Wild LoyalistvsGlacier

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

Wild Loyalist

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.7–5.6%

Beta acid

4.7–6.7%

Total oil

-

Canada

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 Wild Loyalist

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Glacier

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Wild Loyalist

HerbalSpicyEarthyFloralNoble

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyWild LoyalistGlacier
Alpha acid3.7–5.6%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid4.7–6.7%5.4–10%
Co-humulone-11–16%
Total oil-0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene-35–45%
Humulene-25–35%
Caryophyllene-8–13%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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