Northern Brewer (GR)vsStyrian Golding
Northern Brewer (GR) (bittering) and Styrian Golding (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Northern Brewer (GR)
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
1–2.1 mL
Germany
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 Northern Brewer (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Northern Brewer (GR)
MintGrassyPine
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Northern Brewer (GR) | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–33% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–45% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–20% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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