Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Olicana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Olicana
GrapefruitMangoPassion fruitFloral
Property
| Property | Glacier | Olicana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 7–9% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 19–20% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 8–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding