Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
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 Spalt
- 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 Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Santiam
Styrian Golding