East Kent GoldingsvsSticky Fingers Blend
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Sticky Fingers Blend (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
Sticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid
11.92%
Beta acid
4.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sticky Fingers Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Sticky Fingers Blend
FruityEarthySpicyDank
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Sticky Fingers Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 11.92% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 4.59% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 28–29% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | - |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |