Styrian GoldingvsZenith
Styrian Golding (aroma) and Zenith (bittering) 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
Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zenith
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Only in Zenith
FloralCitrus
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Zenith |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 51–53% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 18–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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