Description
East Kent Golding hops have one of the longest lineages as they were first introduced in 1790. East Kent Golding was bred from a wild Canterbury Whitebine variety and went on to define the noble hop characteristics of soft and gentle aromas of spice and citrus. Typically used in crisp and refreshing lagers and traditional styles.
Pedigree Clonal selection in 1790
Aroma Spicy with some citrus
Alpha Acids* 4.5 - 6.5 %
Beta Acids 1.9 - 2.8 %
Cohumulone 30 - 34 % of alpha acids
Total Oil 0.4 - 0.8 ml/100g
Myrcene 18 - 28 % of total oil
Humulene 34 - 45 % of total oil
Caryophyllene 12 - 17 % of total oil
Farnesene < 1 % of total oil
**All information and images courtesy Yakima Valley Hops