FugglevsSitiva Blend
Fuggle and Sitiva 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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
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 Sitiva Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding