AurumvsFuggle

Aurum and Fuggle are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Fuggle

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.4–6.1%

Beta acid

2.1–3.5%

Total oil

0.44–1 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Aurum

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Fuggle

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Mild

Only in Aurum

SpicyFruityFloralHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMint

Property

PropertyAurumFuggle
Alpha acid3.5–5.7%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid3.1%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone20–23%25–32%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene-11–15%
Farnesene-5–8%
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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