Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sovereign
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityFloralGrassyHerbalPear
Property
| Property | Glacier | Sovereign |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 2.1–3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 20–31% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–4% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding