Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
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 Sussex
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyMint
Only in Fuggle
WoodyMild
Only in Sussex
EarthyVanillaCitrus
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Sussex |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 4.3–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 2.4–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 29–32% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.4–0.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 41–43% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 22–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette