East Kent GoldingsvsPacific Sunrise
East Kent Goldings and Pacific Sunrise are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
East Kent Goldings
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
1.9–3.5%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United Kingdom
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonOrangeFloral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyThymeGrapefruit
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineMangoMelon
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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