GlaciervsZula

Glacier and Zula 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

Zula

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–14%

Beta acid

3.8–7%

Total oil

1.1–2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Glacier

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Zula

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Only in Zula

CleanCitrusTropicalFruity

Property

PropertyGlacierZula
Alpha acid3.3–9.7%8–14%
Beta acid5.4–10%3.8–7%
Co-humulone11–16%30%
Total oil0.5–1.5 mL1.1–2 mL
Myrcene35–45%-
Humulene25–35%-
Caryophyllene8–13%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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