Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 X13459
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Property
| Property | Golding | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding