PuławskivsGolding

Puławski (dual purpose) and Golding (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2–3%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Puławski

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Golding

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal

Only in Golding

FloralDelicateSweet

Property

PropertyPuławskiGolding
Alpha acid8–11%4–6%
Beta acid3–4%2–3%
Co-humulone26–30%20%
Total oil-0.4–1 mL
Myrcene38–39%25–35%
Humulene24–25%35–45%
Caryophyllene11–13%13–16%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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