East Kent GoldingsvsStyrian Fox
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Styrian Fox (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
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Fox
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Honey
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineapplePineCitrus
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Styrian Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 5.7–12% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 2.1–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 12–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Golding