GoldingvsHallertau Mittelfrüh
Golding and Hallertau Mittelfrüh are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Hallertau Mittelfrüh
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh
SpicyCitrusGrassyTea
Property
| Property | Golding | Hallertau Mittelfrüh |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 18–28% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.7–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 15–16% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 55–56% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 14–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding