SummervsStyrian Golding
Summer and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Summer | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | Australia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Palisade