Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- 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 Saaz (CZ)
EarthyHerbalMildNoble
Property
| Property | Golding | Saaz (CZ) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 2–5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 23–26% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 15–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–20% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding