Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)vsAmarillo
Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) (dual purpose) and Amarillo (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Alpha acid
5.4–7.7%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- 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
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
EarthySweetHerbal
Only in Amarillo
SpicyTropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4–7.7% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 35–43% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–27% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 35–42% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |