DeltavsStyrian Golding
Delta and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 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 Delta
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Delta | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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