Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Fuggle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Relax
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Relax |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 0.3–4% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 10–15% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 17–30% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette