East Kent GoldingsvsStyrian Golding
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Styrian Golding (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
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Golding
- 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 Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Golding