Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
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 Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaSpicyFloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding