TillicumvsGlacier

Tillicum (bittering) and Glacier (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Tillicum

Bittering

Alpha acid

13.5–15.5%

Beta acid

9.5–11.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Glacier

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

3.3–9.7%

Beta acid

5.4–10%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Tillicum

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Glacier

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Tillicum

Stone fruitCitrus

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyTillicumGlacier
Alpha acid13.5–15.5%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid9.5–11.5%5.4–10%
Co-humulone35%11–16%
Total oil-0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene39–41%35–45%
Humulene13–15%25–35%
Caryophyllene7–8%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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