Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Tillicum
Stone fruitCitrus
Property
| Property | Glacier | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding