Eastwell Golding Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Eastwell Golding is similar to other types of Golding hops. Developed at Eastwell Park near Ashford, Kent as a clone circa 1889. It has similarities to Fuggle and Petham Golding.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Eastwell Golding, the best alternative is East Kent Golding.

At A Glance

Profile Spice (thyme), honey, and earth. Similar to other Golding hops.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 6.0 - 6.5%
Substitutes East Kent Golding
Beer Styles Belgian Ale, English Ale

General Information

Country United Kingdom
Storage Stability
Retains 72 - 77% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 6.0 - 6.5%
Beta Acid 2.9 - 3.0%
Cohumulone 29.0 - 31.0%
Total Oil 1.4 - 1.7 ml/100g
Myrcene 46.4 - 52.4%
Humulene 21.7 - 31.7%
Caryophyllene 6.9 - 9.7%
Farnesene 0.1 - 0.2%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 720 pounds/acre
Maturity Middle to late
Tolerant Verticillium wilt
Susceptible Downy mildew (moderate)
Growth Rate Fair to good
Sex Female
Leaf Color Light color
Side Arm Length 12 - 20 inches
Last Updated
  • 2021-09-22 09:33:07
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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.