Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Helga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Only in Helga
Noble
Property
| Property | Golding | Helga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 5.4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 1–13% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 10–45% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding