Styrian GoldingvsPalisade

Styrian Golding (aroma) and Palisade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Slovenia

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Styrian Golding

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Styrian Golding

EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotFloralClean

Property

PropertyStyrian GoldingPalisade
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%5.5–10%
Beta acid2.5–3.5%5.5–8%
Co-humulone25–30%24–29%
Total oil0.5–1 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene27–33%45–55%
Humulene34–38%10–20%
Caryophyllene9–11%8–16%
Farnesene2–5%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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