EndeavourvsEast Kent Goldings
Endeavour (dual purpose) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Endeavour
Alpha acid
5–10.6%
Beta acid
3.8–5.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
East Kent Goldings
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
1.9–3.5%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Endeavour
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Endeavour
Black currantLoganberrySpicyLime
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeFloral
Property
| Property | Endeavour | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–10.6% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.8–5.3% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–36% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.8 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–37% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 3–10% | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Golding