East Kent GoldingsvsBelma
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Belma (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
East Kent Goldings
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
1.9–3.5%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United Kingdom
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Belma
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeGrapefruit
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeFloral
Only in Belma
MelonStrawberryPineappleBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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