Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Zenith
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Only in Zenith
Citrus
Property
| Property | Golding | Zenith |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 25% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 51–53% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 18–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding