Redsells Eastwell Hops
AromaAlpha 4.5 - 6.5%United Kingdom
Flavor & aroma
Redsells Eastwell is a premier Goldings selection that represents the pinnacle of traditional English hop cultivation. Selected in 1988 on Tony Redsell’s farm in Kent, this variety emerged from a Wye College research initiative aimed at developing virus-free versions of heritage stock. As a true East Kent Golding (EKG) varietal, it offers the legendary aromatic finesse that has made the region world-famous, but with a distinct agricultural advantage: it is one of the most vigorous and robust Golding plants ever cultivated. This combination of heritage soul and modern reliability makes it a sustainable favorite for producing authentic, "estate-grown" British ales with a genuine sense of place.
The sensory profile of Redsells Eastwell is an elegant and sophisticated tapestry of "Noble" English characteristics. It leads with a primary, "gentlemanly" bouquet of delicate honey[tag], sweet [tag]meadow flowers, and fresh-cut hay, followed by a refined spicy-herbal undertone. As the profile develops, brewers will find subtle secondary notes of earth and a mild, woody bitterness that remains exceptionally smooth on the palate. Thanks to its very low cohumulone levels and classic oil composition, Redsells Eastwell delivers a soft, rounded bitterness and a clean, dry finish—the definitive choice for complementing premium Maris Otter malts without overwhelming the palate.
If you can't find Redsells Eastwell, the best alternatives are Cobb, Early Bird, East Kent Golding, or Fuggle.
At A Glance
| Profile | Delicate Honey, Sweet Meadow Flowers, Fresh-Cut Hay, Spicy, Herbal, Earthy, Woody |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Aroma |
| Alpha Acid | 4.5 - 6.5% |
| Substitutes | Cobb, Early Bird, East Kent Golding, Fuggle |
| Pairs with | Challenger (to add a crisp, Fuggle (for a classic earthy/floral balance), Northdown (for added berry and cedar complexity), spicy bittering foundation) |
| Beer Styles | English Pale Ale, ESB, British Bitter, Porter, Stout, Belgian Ale |
General Information
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Alias | Redsells Eastwell Golding |
| Storage Stability | Retains 70% alpha acid |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 4.5 - 6.5% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 2.0 - 3.5% |
| Cohumulone | 20.0 - 25.0% |
| Total Oil | 0.8 - 1.5 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 25.0 - 35.0% |
| Humulene | 35.0 - 45.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 12.0 - 16.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
| Linalool | 0.4 - 0.7% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 1,400 - 1,800 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Mid to late season |
| Susceptible | Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, Verticillium Wilt |
| Growth Rate | Very high |
| Cones | Medium-sized, oval, and moderately dense with a fine, pale-yellow lupulin |
| Ease of Harvest | Good; specifically selected for its structural health, it handles mechanical picking and traditional |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium green |
| Side Arm Length | 18" - 30" |
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