FugglevsMichigan Copper
Fuggle and Michigan Copper are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 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 Michigan Copper
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Michigan Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 8.8–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 32–36% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1.15–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 42–44% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding