JungavsEast Kent Goldings
Junga and East Kent Goldings are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
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 Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Junga
EarthySpicyFruityBlack currant
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeFloral
Property
| Property | Junga | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 29–31% |
| Humulene | - | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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