Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Pacifica
Alpha acid
5–6%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pacifica
- 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 Pacifica
CitrusOrangeMarmaladeHayHoneyTangyZest
Property
| Property | Golding | Pacifica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 5–6% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 10–15% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 45–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 14–18% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding