Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Relax
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Property
| Property | Golding | Relax |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 0.3–4% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 10–15% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 17–30% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding