Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Fuggle
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 Epic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Fuggle
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Epic
FruityBerryHerbal
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Epic | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette