2024 US Bitter Gold Hop Pellets – US Citrus, Stone Fruit & Floral Aroma Hops | Northwest Hops
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US Bitter Gold Hop Profile
Origin:
United States
Developed in the 1950s as a high-alpha replacement for traditional Golding hops
United States
Developed in the 1950s as a high-alpha replacement for traditional Golding hops
Type:
Dual-purpose (bittering and aroma/flavor)
Dual-purpose (bittering and aroma/flavor)
Typical Alpha Acids:
7–10%
7–10%
Beta Acids:
4–6%
4–6%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
Earthy: Mild earthiness
Floral: Light floral aroma
Spicy: Subtle spice and herbal notes
Citrus: Gentle citrus undertones
Earthy: Mild earthiness
Floral: Light floral aroma
Spicy: Subtle spice and herbal notes
Citrus: Gentle citrus undertones
Brewing Characteristics:
Bitter Gold is known for its clean bitterness and balanced aroma reminiscent of traditional English Goldings but with higher alpha acids. It’s often used for both bittering and aroma in a variety of beer styles, providing a smooth and classic hop character.
Bitter Gold is known for its clean bitterness and balanced aroma reminiscent of traditional English Goldings but with higher alpha acids. It’s often used for both bittering and aroma in a variety of beer styles, providing a smooth and classic hop character.
Best Beer Styles:
English Ales, Bitters, Porters, Stouts, Pale Ales
English Ales, Bitters, Porters, Stouts, Pale Ales
Substitutes:
East Kent Goldings (classic aroma), Fuggle (earthier), Willamette (more floral)
East Kent Goldings (classic aroma), Fuggle (earthier), Willamette (more floral)
Fun Fact:
Bitter Gold was bred to offer brewers a hop with consistent high alpha acids while maintaining the beloved aroma profile of Goldings, making it a versatile choice for traditional English-style beers.
Bitter Gold was bred to offer brewers a hop with consistent high alpha acids while maintaining the beloved aroma profile of Goldings, making it a versatile choice for traditional English-style beers.