EndeavourvsFuggle

Endeavour (dual purpose) and Fuggle (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Endeavour

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–10.6%

Beta acid

3.8–5.3%

Total oil

1.1–1.8 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 Endeavour

  • 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
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Fuggle

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Endeavour

Black currantLoganberrySpicyGrapefruitLime

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyEndeavourFuggle
Alpha acid5–10.6%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid3.8–5.3%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone30–36%25–32%
Total oil1.1–1.8 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene27–37%15–25%
Humulene3–10%30–40%
Caryophyllene-11–15%
Farnesene5–8%5–8%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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