FugglevsGodiva

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

Fuggle

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.4–6.1%

Beta acid

2.1–3.5%

Total oil

0.44–1 mL

United Kingdom

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

Key differences

When to pick Fuggle

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Godiva

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Only in Godiva

SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite

Property

PropertyFuggleGodiva
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%6–9%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%1.9–3%
Co-humulone25–32%25–29%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.4–0.8 mL
Myrcene15–25%-
Humulene30–40%-
Caryophyllene11–15%-
Farnesene5–8%-
OriginUnited KingdomUK
PurposeAromaAroma

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