Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Harlequin
Passion fruitPeachPineapple
Property
| Property | Glacier | Harlequin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 4–6% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–11% |
| Origin | United States | UK |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding