TalusvsStyrian Golding

Talus and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Talus

  • 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
  • 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

Shared aromas

Resin

Only in Talus

GrapefruitCitrusRosePineTropicalSagePotpourriFloralCreamStone fruitWoody

Only in Styrian Golding

EarthySpicySweetNoble

Property

PropertyTalusStyrian Golding
Alpha acid8.1–9.5%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid8.3–10.2%2.5–3.5%
Co-humulone34–39%25–30%
Total oil1–2.7 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene40–50%27–33%
Humulene16–21%34–38%
Caryophyllene9–13%9–11%
Farnesene0–1%2–5%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

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