East Kent GoldingsvsPerle (US)
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Perle (US) (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
Perle (US)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Perle (US)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Only in Perle (US)
SlightlyHerbal
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Perle (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 2.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |