GoldingvsPerle (GR)
Golding and Perle (GR) 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
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
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 Perle (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Perle (GR)
FruityMintStone fruitHerbalEarthySlightly
Property
| Property | Golding | Perle (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 10–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding