East Kent GoldingsvsVanguard
East Kent Goldings (bittering) and Vanguard (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
Vanguard
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Vanguard
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Vanguard
WoodyTobaccoPleasantGrassyCedar
Property
| Property | East Kent Goldings | Vanguard |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3.5% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–32% | 14–20% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 5–15% |
| Humulene | 38–44% | 49–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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