Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
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 Sovereign
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityGrassyHerbalPear
Property
| Property | Golding | Sovereign |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.1–3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 20–31% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–4% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding