Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Minstrel
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
3–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–0.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Minstrel
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Minstrel
HerbalSpicyBerryOrange
Property
| Property | Glacier | Minstrel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 3–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.5–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 22–25% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 1–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 7–9% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding