East Kent GoldingsvsMinstrel
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Minstrel (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
Minstrel
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
3–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–0.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Minstrel
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Minstrel
HerbalSpicyBerry
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Minstrel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 3–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 22–25% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 1–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 7–9% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Golding