Styrian GoldingvsYQH-1380
Styrian Golding (aroma) and YQH-1380 (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
YQH-1380
Alpha acid
9.3–11%
Beta acid
6.8–7%
Total oil
1.3–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick YQH-1380
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Only in YQH-1380
PineappleGuavaLimePeachOrange
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | YQH-1380 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9.3–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 6.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 32–33% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 1.3–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 67–68% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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