East Kent GoldingsvsHBC 630
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and HBC 630 (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
HBC 630
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick HBC 630
- 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 HBC 630
CherryHerbalCitrusRaspberryTropicalCandyFruity
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | HBC 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |