Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mistral
CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | Mistral | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding