East Kent GoldingsvsOld Mission
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Old Mission (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
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Old Mission
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Old Mission
CitrusPineSpicyHerbalBlack currantTart
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Old Mission |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 4.33% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 3.7% |
| 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 | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |