Emerald SpirevsGlacier
Emerald Spire and Glacier are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Emerald Spire
Alpha acid
8.6–13%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Emerald Spire
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Emerald Spire
PeachFruityWhiteGrapesWatermelonBubbleMelonHoneydew
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | Emerald Spire | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.6–13% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 38–39% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 36–37% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding