FugglevsSequoia Blend
Fuggle and Sequoia Blend 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
Sequoia Blend
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Sequoia Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Sequoia Blend
MangoPineapplePine
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Sequoia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 12–20% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |