East Kent GoldingsvsPetit Blanc
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Petit Blanc (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
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petit Blanc
- 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 Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | - |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Golding