Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobaccoCitrusSpicy
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | Agnus | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding