First Gold hops have aroma descriptors that include tangerine, orange marmalade, apricot, magnolia, red berries, herbal, orange and herbal. First Gold - also known as Prima Donna - has excellent aroma qualities and much of the flavor characteristics of WGV and has proven a success in stronger flavored summer beers and IPAs. This variety is suitable as a general kettle hop and also for late and dry hopping in all types of beer.