TeamakervsGolding

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

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2–3%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Golding

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Teamaker

Subtle

Only in Golding

DelicateSweet

Property

PropertyTeamakerGolding
Alpha acid0.6–1.8%4–6%
Beta acid5.4–13.2%2–3%
Co-humulone-20%
Total oil-0.4–1 mL
Myrcene59–61%25–35%
Humulene1–2%35–45%
Caryophyllene11–13%13–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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