East Kent GoldingsvsSabro
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Sabro (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
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Sabro
- 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-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Sabro
CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |