Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Glacier | Zagrava |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 8–12% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Ukraine |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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