NZH-107vsGlacier

NZH-107 and Glacier are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

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 NZH-107

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

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 NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyNZH-107Glacier
Alpha acid8–11%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid5–7%5.4–10%
Co-humulone27–31%11–16%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene55–65%35–45%
Humulene7–10%25–35%
Caryophyllene4–8%8–13%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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