Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Jester
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.6–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Jester
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Jester
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Property
| Property | Glacier | Jester |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 7–9% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 25–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding