FugglevsPetoskey

Fuggle and Petoskey are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Fuggle

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.4–6.1%

Beta acid

2.1–3.5%

Total oil

0.44–1 mL

United Kingdom

Petoskey

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.1%

Beta acid

6.16%

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 Petoskey

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Only in Petoskey

FloralPungentPineapple

Property

PropertyFugglePetoskey
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%12.1%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%6.16%
Co-humulone25–32%-
Total oil0.44–1 mL-
Myrcene15–25%-
Humulene30–40%-
Caryophyllene11–15%-
Farnesene5–8%-
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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