Golden StarvsGolding
Golden Star and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Golden Star
Alpha acid
5.4%
Beta acid
4.6%
Total oil
-
Japan
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Golden Star
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Golding
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Golden Star
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Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Golden Star | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4.6% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 50% | 20% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–35% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Japan | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding