Also Known AsKent Golding, EKG, Canterbury Golding
CharacteristicsAromas of lavender, spice, honey, thyme, earthy flavors
PurposeAroma
Alpha Acid Composition5%-6%
Beta Acid Composition2%-3%
Co-Humulone Composition29%
Country
Cone SizeLarge
Cone DensityLoose
Seasonal MaturityEarly
Yield Amount640 kg/hectare (570 lbs/acre)
Growth RateHigh
Resistant toModerately resistant to downy mildew
Susceptible toSusceptible to hop mosaic virus
StorabilityRetains 78% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20ºC (68ºF)
Ease of Harvest
Total Oil Composition0.85 mL/100g
Myrcene Oil Composition42%
Humulene Oil Composition27%
Caryophyllene Oil9%
Farnesene Oil0%-1%
SubstitutesWhitbread GoldingProgressFuggleFirst Gold
Style GuidePale Ale, Extra Special English Ale, English Dark Ale, English Light Ale, Belgian Ale, Christmas Ale