Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Gemini
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Gemini |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 6–10.4% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3–4.28% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 31–32% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 32–33% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding