First Gold
Hop Variety Characteristics and Specifications

Hop Variety Description

A dwarf hop bred at Wye College, on extensive farm trials in 1995. First Gold is from a cross-pollination of WGV with a dwarf maleMuch of the flavour of WGV seems to have been retained but with an added extra citrus quality, produces a well-balanced bitterness and a fruity, slightly spicy note in ales. An zesty orange quality has been observed in many beers brewed using this variety.

Hop Variety Tech Specs

Alpha Range: 6-9%
Beta Range: 6-9%
Cohumulone Range: 29-34%
Total Oil: 0.7-10.3ml/100g
Flavour Intensity: 6

Oil Composition

Myrcene: 24-38%
Humulene: 20-24%
Farsene: 10.5-4%

In THe Beer

floral / herbal
Citrus
spice

In The Rub

orange
marmalade
spice