Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDank
Property
| Property | Golding | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding