Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Zula
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
| Property | Glacier | Zula |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 8–14% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 3.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 25–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |