EroicavsWhitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Eroica (bittering) and Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
United States
Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Alpha acid
5.4–7.7%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Eroica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
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Only in Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
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Property
| Property | Eroica | Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 5.4–7.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 35–43% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 19–27% |
| Humulene | 0–1% | 35–42% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |