East Kent GoldingsvsLumberjack
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Lumberjack (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
Lumberjack
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Lumberjack
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Lumberjack
MelonCitrusSpicesCloveAllspiceBitterEarthy
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Lumberjack |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | - |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Canada |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Golding