HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HBC 586
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Glacier
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeCitrusHerbalGuavaSpicy
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding