East Kent GoldingsvsPacific Jade
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Pacific Jade (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
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusSpicyHerbalBlack currant
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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