Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
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 Delta
CitrusMelonSpicy
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Delta | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding