Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sussex
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Sussex
EarthyGrassyMintVanillaCitrus
Property
| Property | Glacier | Sussex |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 4.3–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 2.4–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 29–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.4–0.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 41–43% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 22–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding