GoldingvsTNT Blend

Golding and TNT Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2–3%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

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 TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Golding

FloralDelicateSweet

Only in TNT Blend

FruityCitrusGreen

Property

PropertyGoldingTNT Blend
Alpha acid4–6%11.5–13%
Beta acid2–3%-
Co-humulone20%-
Total oil0.4–1 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene25–35%-
Humulene35–45%-
Caryophyllene13–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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