Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Golding | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding