East Kent GoldingsvsJunga
East Kent Goldings and Junga 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
Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeFloral
Only in Junga
EarthySpicyFruityBlack currant
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Junga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 10–14% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 29–34% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.5–2.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | - |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Poland |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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