East Kent GoldingsvsPacific Crest
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Pacific Crest (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
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassySpicyHerbalPine
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |