Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in HPA-016
MandarinCitrusPineFruity
Property
| Property | Glacier | HPA-016 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 15.7–18.7% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.7–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding