ZythosvsEast Kent Goldings

Zythos (dual purpose) and East Kent Goldings (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Zythos

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–12.5%

Beta acid

4.7–6.2%

Total oil

0.7–1.2 mL

United States

East Kent Goldings

Bittering

Alpha acid

4–6.5%

Beta acid

1.9–3.5%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Zythos

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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

FloralGrapefruit

Only in Zythos

TangerineCitrusPineTropical

Only in East Kent Goldings

LavenderHoneyLemonThymeOrange

Property

PropertyZythosEast Kent Goldings
Alpha acid10–12.5%4–6.5%
Beta acid4.7–6.2%1.9–3.5%
Co-humulone28–31%20–32%
Total oil0.7–1.2 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene30–50%29–31%
Humulene14–23%38–44%
Caryophyllene7–10%12–16%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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