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Description
East Kent Golding (EKG) Hops
East Kent Golding (EKG) is the quintessential English aroma hop, cultivated in Kent since the late 1700s. Renowned for its smooth, sweet bitterness and delicate floral, herbal, and spicy aromas, EKG has been a staple in traditional English ales for centuries. Its subtle earthy notes and gentle citrus undertones make it ideal for late kettle additions and dry hopping, imparting a refined character to a variety of beer styles.
EKG Hops Overview
- Flavors: Floral, lavender, honey, thyme, earthy, lemon
- Primary Usage: Aroma, late kettle additions, dry hopping
- Best Beer Styles: English Bitter, Pale Ale, Porter, Stout, Belgian Ale
- Similar Varieties: Fuggle, Progress, Whitbread Golding Variety
Background
Developed from the Canterbury Whitebine variety and introduced to the market in 1790, East Kent Golding has earned a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, ensuring its cultivation is exclusive to East Kent. This hop's unique terroir contributes to its distinctive aroma and flavor profile, making it a cherished ingredient in traditional English brewing.
East Kent Golding Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 4.0 – 6.5% |
| Beta Acids | 1.9 – 3.5% |
| Cohumulone | 20 – 30% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 0.4 – 0.8 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 20 – 42% |
| Humulene | 27 – 45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9 – 17% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
| Linalool | 0.5 – 1.1% |
| Geraniol | 0.1 – 0.3% |
| β-Pinene | 0.1 – 0.4% |
