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Pedigree: The rootstock was obtained from British Columbia where they imported the East Kent Golding variety from England.
Maturity: Early to Mid Season
Yield: 1200-1500 lbs/ac
Growth Habit: Start slow and finish strong
Disease Reaction: Sensitive to Downy Mildew and Hop Powdery Mildew and highly sensitive to Hop Mosaic Virus infection.
Cone-Structure: Small, light, and fluffy
Quality Averages: Lupulin: Palish yellow and only moderate amounts
Aroma: Mild, extremely pleasant and gently hoppy
| Alpha Acids |
4.0-5.0% |
Beta Acids |
2.0-3.0% |
| Alpha/Beta Ratio |
??? |
Co-Humulone |
25% |
| Humulone |
??? |
Storage (% lost) |
65-80% |
| Oil Content (mls/100g) |
.5-1 |
Humulene ( % in oil) |
45% |
| Caryophyllene |
15% |
Hum/Cary Ratio |
3.0 |
| Farnesene |
??? |
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General Trade Perception: The East Kent Golding is the undisputed finest ale hop in the world.
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OREGON HOP VARIETY: GOLDINGS