CallistavsFuggle

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

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 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 Callista

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPassion fruitOrangeApricotPeachPineBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyCallistaFuggle
Alpha acid2–5%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid5–10%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone15–22%25–32%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene63–64%15–25%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene-11–15%
Farnesene-5–8%
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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