X13459vsStyrian Golding

X13459 and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick X13459

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Styrian Golding

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in X13459

FloralTropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry

Only in Styrian Golding

EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble

Property

PropertyX13459Styrian Golding
Alpha acid3–5.5%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid4–5%2.5–3.5%
Co-humulone21–24%25–30%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene-27–33%
Humulene-34–38%
Caryophyllene-9–11%
Farnesene-2–5%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

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