Also referred to as WGV, Whitbread Goldings are a traditional English varietal first selected as a seedling in 1911. With an aroma of earthy, botanical and floral notes, Whitbread Goldings are most commonly used to add aroma and flavor to English Ales.
Hop Statistics:
Alpha Acids: 5.0 - 8.0%
Beta Acids: 2.0 - 2.7%
Alpha-Beta Ratio: 1.85 - 4
Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 34%
Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.8 - 1.2
Similar Hop Varieties: UK East Kent Golding, UK Progress