Tardif de BourgognevsGolding
Tardif de Bourgogne and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRoseLavender
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Tardif de Bourgogne | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.2–5.3% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–5.8% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.9 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–35% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding