Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassySpicyCitrus
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 20% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding