Modifying a beer kit

[koeman]

I have a golden ale kit from wilko.

I want to try adding some real hops to it.

Firstly at what point do I add them? Also what could I add to make a sort of American pale ale? One of the c's?

Thanks

 

[Hulpy]

My general rule of thumb is that the later you add the hopps the more hoppy it is, as the taste seems to dissipate slightly over the brewing process. However the amount will also make a difference obviously. I tend to use the Goldings Hopps teabags, available from your local hbs in kits about mid way through fermentation.