Styrian GoldingvsGolding
Styrian Golding and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Sweet
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinNoble
Only in Golding
FloralDelicate
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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