FugglevsPacific Crest
Fuggle and Pacific Crest 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
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
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 Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Fuggle
WoodyMintMild
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyFloralSpicyHerbalPine
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding