Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)vsAurum
Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) (dual purpose) and Aurum (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
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyFloralHerbal
Only in Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV)
Sweet
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityMildCitrusNoble
Property
| Property | Whitbread Golding Variety (WGV) | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4–7.7% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 35–43% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–27% | - |
| Humulene | 35–42% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |