Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaSpicyBlack currant
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding