Styrian GoldingvsHallertau Tradition
Styrian Golding and Hallertau Tradition 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
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyNoble
Only in Styrian Golding
SpicyResinSweet
Only in Hallertau Tradition
GrassyNectarFruity
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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