East Kent GoldingsvsTropica

East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Tropica (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

East Kent Goldings

Bittering

Alpha acid

4–6.5%

Beta acid

1.9–3.5%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United Kingdom

Tropica

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.8%

Beta acid

3%

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 Tropica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Orange

Only in East Kent Goldings

LavenderHoneyLemonThymeGrapefruitFloral

Only in Tropica

PineappleMandarinTropicalDank

Property

PropertyEast Kent GoldingsTropica
Alpha acid4–6.5%8.8%
Beta acid1.9–3.5%3%
Co-humulone20–32%-
Total oil0.4–1 mL-
Myrcene29–31%-
Humulene38–44%-
Caryophyllene12–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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