Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mystic
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mystic
Black currantCitrusPassion fruitWoody
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Mystic | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge
Huell Melon