Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
-
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sun
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sun
Herbal
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Sun | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–35% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding