Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Fuggle
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Helga
- 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 Helga
Noble
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Helga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 5.4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 1–13% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 10–45% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette