FugglevsKazbek

Fuggle and Kazbek 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

Kazbek

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.9–1.8 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Fuggle

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Kazbek

  • 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 Kazbek

SpicyLemon

Property

PropertyFuggleKazbek
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%5–8%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%4–6%
Co-humulone25–32%35–40%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.9–1.8 mL
Myrcene15–25%40–55%
Humulene30–40%20–35%
Caryophyllene11–15%10–15%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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