East Kent GoldingsvsAdmiral
East Kent Goldings and Admiral are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
East Kent Goldings
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
1.9–3.5%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United Kingdom
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Admiral
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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