FugglevsPerle (US)
Fuggle (aroma) and Perle (US) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Perle (US)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Perle (US)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Perle (US)
SlightlyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Perle (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 2.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding