RelaxvsStyrian Golding
Relax and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Relax
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian 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 Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Relax | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 0.3–4% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 10–15% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.3 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–30% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | - | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–5% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
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