GlaciervsNewport

Glacier (dual purpose) and Newport (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Glacier

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

3.3–9.7%

Beta acid

5.4–10%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Newport

Bittering

Alpha acid

10.5–17%

Beta acid

5.5–9.1%

Total oil

1.3–3.6 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Glacier

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Newport

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Only in Newport

WineBalsamicCitrusEarthy

Property

PropertyGlacierNewport
Alpha acid3.3–9.7%10.5–17%
Beta acid5.4–10%5.5–9.1%
Co-humulone11–16%36–38%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL1.3–3.6 mL
Myrcene35–45%45–55%
Humulene25–35%15–20%
Caryophyllene8–13%7–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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