Styrian GoldingvsEast Kent Goldings
Styrian Golding (aroma) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruitFloral
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Golding