PuławskivsStyrian Golding
Puławski (dual purpose) and Styrian Golding (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
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 Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Styrian 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 Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Puławski | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–39% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 24–25% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–5% |
| Origin | Poland | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette