MelbavsStyrian Golding
Melba and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Melba
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
2–4 mL
Australia
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 Melba
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
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
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Melba
Passion fruitGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Melba | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 2–4 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 27–33% |
| Humulene | - | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–5% |
| Origin | Australia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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