Cobb Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Cobb has heritage of Canterbury Whitebine as it was found on the farm of John Cobb and initially introduced as Cobb's hop in 1881. It was a popular hop but is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Since Cobb is part of the Golding family, it is named for the area/family in which it was found. This is typical for these older United Kingdom hops.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Cobb, the best alternatives are Early Bird or East Kent Golding.

At A Glance

Profile Typical English aroma: delicate
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 4.4 - 6.7%
Substitutes Early Bird, East Kent Golding
Beer Styles English Ales, India Pale Ale

General Information

Country United Kingdom
Alias Cobb's Golding

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 4.4 - 6.7%
Beta Acid 1.9 - 2.8%
Cohumulone 26.0 - 32.0%
Total Oil 0.8 - 1.0 ml/100g

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1350 - 1800 lbs/acre
Maturity Mid-season
Resistant Downy Mildew
Susceptible Powdery Mildew
Growth Rate High
Cones Medium size
Ease of Harvest Moderate to difficult
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-15 10:32:45
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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.