East Kent GoldingsvsFantasia Blend
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Fantasia Blend (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
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fantasia Blend
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Fantasia Blend
FruityCaramelCreamNobleStone fruit
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Fantasia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.9–1.25 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | - |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |