Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Meridian
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 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 Meridian
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Mint
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMild
Only in Meridian
CitrusLemonBerryTropicalSpearmint
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 6–9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 45–50% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 7–9% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |