GlaciervsYeoman

Glacier and Yeoman 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

Yeoman

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.7–2.4 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Glacier

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Yeoman

  • 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 Yeoman

NobleCitrus

Property

PropertyGlacierYeoman
Alpha acid3.3–9.7%12–16%
Beta acid5.4–10%4–5%
Co-humulone11–16%25%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL1.7–2.4 mL
Myrcene35–45%47–49%
Humulene25–35%19–21%
Caryophyllene8–13%9–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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