Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Northdown
PineCedarBerrySpicy
Property
| Property | Golding | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding