Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Mackinac
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaSpicyFloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Glacier | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding