FugglevsStyrian Golding
Fuggle and Styrian Golding 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
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Golding
- 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 Styrian Golding
EarthySpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 2–5% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Willamette