East Kent GoldingsvsTettnang (US)
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Tettnang (US) (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
Tettnang (US)
Alpha acid
2.5–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnang (US)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Tettnang (US)
NobleSpicyGrassy
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Tettnang (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 2.5–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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