FugglevsHarmonie

Fuggle and Harmonie 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

Harmonie

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Czech Republic

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 Harmonie

  • 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

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Only in Harmonie

BananaCaramelGreenApricot

Property

PropertyFuggleHarmonie
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%4–8%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%5–8%
Co-humulone25–32%19–22%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.9–1.4 mL
Myrcene15–25%30–40%
Humulene30–40%10–20%
Caryophyllene11–15%6–11%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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