GlaciervsStyrian Wolf
Glacier and Styrian Wolf 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 Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Wolf
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoPassion fruitLemongrassElderflowerVioletFloralFruityCoconut
Property
| Property | Glacier | Styrian Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 10–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 2.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 22–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.7–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 5–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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