YQH-1380vsGlacier

YQH-1380 and Glacier are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 mL

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 YQH-1380

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Glacier

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 YQH-1380

PineappleGuavaLimePeachOrange

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyYQH-1380Glacier
Alpha acid9.3–11%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid6.8–7%5.4–10%
Co-humulone32–33%11–16%
Total oil1.3–2 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene67–68%35–45%
Humulene9–10%25–35%
Caryophyllene4–5%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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