Hallertau MittelfrühvsStyrian Golding
Hallertau Mittelfrüh and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Mittelfrüh
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
Germany
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh
FloralCitrusGrassyTea
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Hallertau Mittelfrüh | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 18–28% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–16% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 55–56% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–15% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Liberty