Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick HBC 472
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Woody
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryCedar
Only in HBC 472
EarthyFloralCoconutFruityCitrusGrapefruitWhiskey
Property
| Property | Glacier | HBC 472 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.3–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 0.5–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 26–32% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |