GoldingvsMichigan Copper
Golding and Michigan Copper 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
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 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 Michigan Copper
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Property
| Property | Golding | Michigan Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 8.8–11% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 32–36% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.15–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 42–44% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding