GoldingvsStyrian Golding
Golding and Styrian Golding 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
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Golding
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Sweet
Only in Golding
FloralDelicate
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinNoble
Property
| Property | Golding | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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