East Kent GoldingsvsBobek
East Kent Goldings and Bobek 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
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
Golding