PrussianvsStyrian Golding
Prussian and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Prussian
Alpha acid
4.29%
Beta acid
2.73%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Prussian
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Prussian
LemonPine
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Prussian | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.29% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.73% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 27–33% |
| Humulene | - | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–5% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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