GlaciervsWillamette
Glacier and Willamette 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
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Glacier | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding