East Kent GoldingsvsTardif de Bourgogne
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Tardif de Bourgogne (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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LavenderFloral
Only in East Kent Goldings
HoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRose
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | - |
| Humulene | 38–44% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Golding