FugglevsHartwick

Fuggle and Hartwick 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

Hartwick

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.28%

Beta acid

5.77%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Fuggle

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Hartwick

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Only in Hartwick

PinePineapple

Property

PropertyFuggleHartwick
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%12.28%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%5.77%
Co-humulone25–32%-
Total oil0.44–1 mL-
Myrcene15–25%-
Humulene30–40%-
Caryophyllene11–15%-
Farnesene5–8%-
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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