HPA-016vsGolding

HPA-016 and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2–3%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick HPA-016

  • 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

When to pick Golding

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 HPA-016

MandarinCitrusPineFruity

Only in Golding

FloralDelicateSweet

Property

PropertyHPA-016Golding
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%4–6%
Beta acid5.9–9%2–3%
Co-humulone33–37%20%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene35–49%25–35%
Humulene0–2%35–45%
Caryophyllene6–12%13–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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