Buzz BulletsvsEast Kent Goldings
Buzz Bullets (dual purpose) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Buzz Bullets
Alpha acid
8–10%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Buzz Bullets
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Buzz Bullets
Citrus
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Buzz Bullets | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 29–31% |
| Humulene | - | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |