Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Godiva
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
| Property | Fuggle | Godiva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 1.9–3% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |