GoldingvsStyrian Kolibri
Golding and Styrian Kolibri 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 Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 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 Kolibri
- 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 Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Property
| Property | Golding | Styrian Kolibri |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 2.8–5.4% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 31–38% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 25–27% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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