NewportvsGlacier

Newport (bittering) and Glacier (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Newport

Bittering

Alpha acid

10.5–17%

Beta acid

5.5–9.1%

Total oil

1.3–3.6 mL

United States

Glacier

Dual purpose

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 Newport

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Glacier

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Newport

WineBalsamicCitrusEarthy

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyNewportGlacier
Alpha acid10.5–17%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid5.5–9.1%5.4–10%
Co-humulone36–38%11–16%
Total oil1.3–3.6 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene45–55%35–45%
Humulene15–20%25–35%
Caryophyllene7–11%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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