Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
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 Pioneer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Cedar
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoody
Only in Pioneer
GrapefruitHerbalLemonGrapefruitCrispClean
Property
| Property | Glacier | Pioneer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 8–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 34–36% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 18–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding