Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Relax
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Relax | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 0.3–4% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 10–15% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20% |
| Total oil | 1–1.3 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–30% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding