GlaciervsPacific Sunrise
Glacier (dual purpose) and Pacific Sunrise (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Woody
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryCedar
Only in Pacific Sunrise
PineLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Property
| Property | Glacier | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding