ColumbiavsStyrian Golding
Columbia (dual purpose) and Styrian Golding (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Columbia
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Columbia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Columbia
PineappleLemonCitrusPungent
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweet
Property
| Property | Columbia | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 15–19% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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