ZenithvsEast Kent Goldings
Zenith and East Kent Goldings are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
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 Zenith
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick East Kent Goldings
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Zenith
Citrus
Only in East Kent Goldings
LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrangeGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Zenith | East Kent Goldings |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 1.9–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25% | 20–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 51–53% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 18–20% | 38–44% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |