Styrian GoldingvsStyrian Kolibri
Styrian Golding and Styrian Kolibri 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
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Styrian Kolibri
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Styrian Kolibri |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 2.8–5.4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 31–38% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 25–27% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
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