Reference details
Brewer reference
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Both
- Form
- Pellet
- Typical alpha acid
- 5%
Typical alpha acid is a reference value. Actual crop or packet alpha acid can differ, so use the value for the hops in your batch when brewing.
Brewer notes
East Kent Goldings (EKG) is a British hop variety. Expect floral, earthy, spicy, and bread character from late additions or dry hopping. Flexible enough for both bittering and later flavour/aroma additions; it is commonly associated with pale ales, porters, stouts, and saisons. The catalogue alpha-acid default is 5%; always use the value printed on the current packet or lot for bitterness calculations.