Styrian GoldingvsVic Secret
Styrian Golding (aroma) and Vic Secret (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vic Secret
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Styrian Golding
SpicyResinSweetNoble
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbal
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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