Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Vital
Alpha acid
9–16%
Beta acid
6–11%
Total oil
1.1–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Vital
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Plum
Only in Glacier
BlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Vital
LavenderSpicyLicorice
Property
| Property | Glacier | Vital |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 9–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 6–11% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 21–26% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–60% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 2–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding