Nobility BlendvsEast Kent Goldings
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Nobility Blend
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonOrangeFloral
Only in Nobility Blend
LemongrassGreenSpicy
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyThymeGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |