A relative to the Goldings variety but with a more powerful hoppyness in it's character. Imparts a sharp and distinct bitterness in early additions but becomes fruity and very typical European in late additions.
English Ale, Pale Ale, Bitter.
Grown back in 1911 on a small English farm as the result of an open pollination. The farm was later aquired byt the Whitbread Brewing Company from which it's gotten its name.
Aroma: Fruity, earthy, spicy.
Origin: England
Typical values:
Alpha acid (correct alpha value is printed on the package): 5 - 8 %
Cohumulone: 33 - 37 %
Total oils: 0,8 - 1,2 ml / 100 g
Storage stability (alpha acids): Good, 66 % alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20 °C.
Possible replacements: Fuggle, East Kent Golding