East Kent GoldingsvsNobility Blend
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Nobility Blend (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
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nobility Blend
- 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
LemonOrangeFloral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyThymeGrapefruit
Only in Nobility Blend
LemongrassGreenSpicy
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |