BeatavsFuggle

Beata (bittering) and Fuggle (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Beata

Bittering

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

9–11%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

United Kingdom

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 Beata

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Fuggle

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Beata

AlmondApricotHoney

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyBeataFuggle
Alpha acid5–7%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid9–11%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone23–28%25–32%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene27–29%15–25%
Humulene4–8%30–40%
Caryophyllene-11–15%
Farnesene0–1%5–8%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeBitteringAroma

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