Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sládek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Sládek
NobleFruityPeachPassion fruitGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Glacier | Sládek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 4–11% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 23–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 35–50% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding