East Kent GoldingsvsMount Hood
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Mount Hood (aroma) 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
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mount Hood
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Mount Hood
NobleHerbalPungentSpicy
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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