Pacific CrestvsGolding
Pacific Crest and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassySpicyHerbalPine
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 20% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding