HPA-016vsStyrian Golding

HPA-016 and Styrian 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

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Slovenia

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 Styrian 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 Styrian Golding

EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble

Property

PropertyHPA-016Styrian Golding
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%2.5–3.5%
Co-humulone33–37%25–30%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene35–49%27–33%
Humulene0–2%34–38%
Caryophyllene6–12%9–11%
Farnesene0–1%2–5%
OriginAustraliaSlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

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