GoldingvsMillennium
Golding (aroma) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Golding | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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