Bramling Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Bramling has been grown extensively since 1865 after it was found by a farm bailiff, Smith, on Musgrave Hilton's farm at Bramling in the parish of Ickham near Centerbury, England and is of unknown pedigree.

Bramling was a major hop in England until the early 20th century but, due to increasingly low yields, it gradually has disappeared. Still grown in Canada for breweries interested in its aroma.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Bramling, the best alternatives are East Kent Golding, Progress, or Whitebread Golding.

At A Glance

Profile European aroma.
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 5.8%
Substitutes East Kent Golding, Progress, Whitebread Golding
Beer Styles English Ales

General Information

Country United Kingdom
Alias USDA 21284
Storage Stability
Retains 76% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 5.8%
Beta Acid 3.0%
Cohumulone 27.0%
Total Oil 0.9 ml/100g

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 600 - 1000 lbs/acre
Maturity Early
Susceptible Downey Mildew
Growth Rate Poor
Sex Female
Leaf Color Medium green
Side Arm Length 12"
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-13 15:51:51
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.