GlaciervsSorachi Ace
Glacier and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Woody
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryCedar
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillTobaccoCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Glacier | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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