Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Ella
SpicyGrapefruitTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Ella | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 20% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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