Diamant
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Glacier
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 Diamant
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Glacier
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Diamant
FennelLavenderCitrus
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | Diamant | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | - | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 18–20% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.7 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding