MackinacvsStyrian Golding
Mackinac and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaFloralBlack currant
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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