Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Admiral
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Northdown
Styrian Golding