Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick HORT9909
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Sweet
Only in Golding
FloralDelicate
Only in HORT9909
LimeHaySpicyCitrusLemonNobleBlack currantPine
Property
| Property | Golding | HORT9909 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 27–29% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 11–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding