Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
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 Walhalla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Only in Walhalla
CitrusGarlicGrassyHerbal
Property
| Property | Golding | Walhalla |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 5.97–10% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 3.75–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding