Old MissionvsEast Kent Goldings
Old Mission (aroma) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
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 Old Mission
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Old Mission
CitrusPineSpicyHerbalBlack currantTart
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Property
| Property | Old Mission | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.33% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.7% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 29–31% |
| Humulene | - | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |