FugglevsHallertau Mittelfrüh

Fuggle and Hallertau Mittelfrüh 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

Hallertau Mittelfrüh

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.7–1.3 mL

Germany

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 Hallertau Mittelfrüh

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Grassy

Only in Fuggle

WoodyMintMild

Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh

SpicyFloralCitrusTea

Property

PropertyFuggleHallertau Mittelfrüh
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%3–5.5%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%3–5%
Co-humulone25–32%18–28%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.7–1.3 mL
Myrcene15–25%15–16%
Humulene30–40%55–56%
Caryophyllene11–15%14–15%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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