East Kent Goldings Hops

East Kent Goldings Hops 100g

East Kent Goldings Whole Leaf Hops

East Kent Goldings Hops are a timeless aroma hop, celebrated for their delicate floral, earthy, and honey-like notes.

Grown in the Kent region of England, these hops have been a cornerstone of traditional English beer styles for centuries.

While primarily used for aroma, E.K.G also provide a gentle bitterness, enhancing balance and complexity in malt-forward beers.

Their versatility and elegant flavour profile make them a favourite among brewers crafting classic and refined real ales.


East Kent Goldings Hop Profile

  • Origin: United Kingdom
  • Alpha Acid: 4.5–6.5%
  • Beta Acid: 2.0–3.0%
  • Characteristics: Floral, earthy, honey, and slight spice
  • Substitute: Fuggle, Goldings & Willamette
  • Harvest: 2024

Key Features

  • Delicate Aroma: Offers a signature combination of floral, earthy, and sweet honey-like notes, perfect for aroma-focused additions.
  • Low Alpha Acids: Provides a gentle bitterness that balances rather than dominates malt-forward recipes.
  • Traditional Heritage: A classic hop variety with centuries of use in English beer styles.
  • Fresh and High-Quality: Carefully bagged and vacuum sealed to preserve their natural aromas and flavours.

East Kent Goldings Flavours

East Kent Goldings hops are celebrated for their nuanced flavours that enhance a wide range of beer styles. Expect:

  • Floral Notes: Subtle and delicate, adding a soft, perfumed aroma.
  • Earthy Undertones: Contribute a grounding, herbal balance to the flavour profile.
  • Honeyed Sweetness: A light, sweet complexity that pairs beautifully with malty beers.

Substitutes for East Kent Goldings Hops

If East Kent Goldings aren’t available, these hops can serve as excellent alternatives:

  • Fuggle: Offers earthy, herbal, and slightly woody tones with a mild bitterness.
  • Goldings: Similar in aroma, with floral, honeyed sweetness and subtle spice.
  • Willamette: Adds gentle bitterness with floral and fruity notes, making it a versatile option for traditional ales.

Hop Pairing Suggestions

East Kent Goldings pair well with other traditional and complementary hop varieties to add complexity:

  • Fuggle: Enhance earthy and herbal qualities in English ales.
  • Challenger: Adds a light spiciness for depth in bitters and pale ales.
  • Saaz or Tettnang: For a touch of noble hop character in hybrid styles.

Beer Styles for East Kent Goldings

This hop variety is a cornerstone of traditional English ales but works well in various other styles. Common uses include:

  • English Bitters: Adds floral and earthy aroma to balance caramel malts.
  • Pale Ales: Lends subtle complexity and aroma to sessionable beers.
  • Mild Ales: Enhances malt sweetness with light floral and honey notes.
  • Porters and Stouts: Complements roasted malts with earthy and herbal undertones.

Add authentic English flavour to your home brew beer with East Kent Goldings Hops. 

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2018-07-10

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