DeltavsGlacier

Delta (aroma) and Glacier (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Delta

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–7%

Beta acid

5.5–7%

Total oil

0.5–1.1 mL

United States

Glacier

Dual purpose

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 Delta

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Glacier

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Delta

CitrusMelonSpicy

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyDeltaGlacier
Alpha acid5.5–7%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid5.5–7%5.4–10%
Co-humulone22–24%11–16%
Total oil0.5–1.1 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene25–40%35–45%
Humulene25–35%25–35%
Caryophyllene9–15%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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