Pilgrim Hops

United Kingdom Pilgrim Hops Profile

Developed by Wye College’s breeding program, Pilgrim offers a new twist on traditional English hop character with strong aromatic herbs and spice, rounded out by a soft citrus that lifts the profile. It has improved wilt resistance compared to older English hops, often substituting Target. Pilgrim also works well as a replacement for other English varieties like East Kent Golding with more bitterness potential.

Pedigree: Half-sister to First Gold, with maternal breeding lines derived from Challenger and Target
Recommended Beer Styles: English pale ales, ESB, stouts, porters, brown ales 
Aroma: Peppermint, marjoram, lime
Alpha Acids: 9-13%
Beta Acids: 4-5%
Cohumulone: 35%
Total Oil (ml/100g): 1-1.8
Myrcene: 30-35%
Humulene: 21-25%
Farnesene: 0.3%

Substitutions for Pilgrim: Target, Challenger, East Kent Golding

All imported hop varieties are Type-90 hop pellets.

Updated April 2026