GlaciervsWhitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Glacier and Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Alpha acid
5.4–7.7%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
EarthyFloralSweetHerbal
Property
| Property | Glacier | Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 5.4–7.7% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 35–43% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 19–27% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 35–42% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding