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Eastern Gold

BitteringHigh AlphaJapan
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About

Eastern Gold is a Super Alpha variety developed in Japan by Kirin Brewing Co. Ltd Hops Research from Kirin No. 2 and OB79, an open-pollinated wild American hop. Despite its yield potential, high alpha acids and storage stability, it seems it is not currently being grown in any significant commercial capacity.

Substitutes

Brewer's GoldBrewer’s Gold

Oil Composition

Myrcene
≥42%
Humulene
≥19%
Caryophyllene
7-8%
Farnesene
≥3%

Acid Profile

Alpha Acid11.0 - 14.0%
Beta Acid5.0 - 6.0%
Co-Humulone27-%

Technical Details

Total Oil1.43- mL/100g
HSI0.19
Brewing Usebittering
StorabilityRetains 81% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)