GlaciervsWarrior

Glacier and Warrior are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Glacier

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

3.3–9.7%

Beta acid

5.4–10%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Warrior

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–18%

Beta acid

4.3–6%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Glacier

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Warrior

  • 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 Warrior

PineMildResin

Property

PropertyGlacierWarrior
Alpha acid3.3–9.7%14.5–18%
Beta acid5.4–10%4.3–6%
Co-humulone11–16%22–26%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL1–2.5 mL
Myrcene35–45%40–50%
Humulene25–35%15–18%
Caryophyllene8–13%11–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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