BobekvsEast Kent Goldings
Bobek and East Kent Goldings are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
East Kent Goldings
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
1.9–3.5%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Bobek | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
Golding