GlaciervsStyrian Eagle
Glacier and Styrian Eagle 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
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Glacier | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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