East Kent GoldingsvsGreen Bullet
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Green Bullet (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
Green Bullet
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
6.5–7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Green Bullet
- 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
Floral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Only in Green Bullet
PineBlack currantPlumResinDried
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Green Bullet |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 6.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 38–43% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 37–39% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 28–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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