Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 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 McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDankFloral
Property
| Property | Fuggle | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding