Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Orion
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Only in Orion
Spicy
Property
| Property | Golding | Orion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.5–5.75% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.8–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 41–56% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 16–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 6–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding