FugglevsSouthern Aroma
Fuggle and Southern Aroma 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
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
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 Southern Aroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Southern Aroma
FloralHayHerbalStrawNobleBlack currant
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Motueka
Styrian Golding
Willamette