Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Medusa
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.7 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 Medusa
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Medusa
GuavaMelonCitrusApricotLemonLimeAlfalfaPeach
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Medusa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 35–49% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.4–0.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 13–14% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding