Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zenith
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Zenith
Citrus
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Zenith | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 25% | 20% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 51–53% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 18–20% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding