Jester
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.6–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Jester
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Jester
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Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Jester | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.2 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–35% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding