East Kent GoldingsvsUSDA 008
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and USDA 008 (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
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Only in USDA 008
CitrusSweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | USDA 008 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 10.1–11.1% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 2.7–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 25–26% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1.6–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 6–7% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 48–49% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 16–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |