Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
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 Waimea
- 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 Waimea
PineCitrusMandarinHerbalTangerine
Property
| Property | Glacier | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–6% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding