Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
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 Tahoma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Woody
Only in Fuggle
GrassyMintMild
Only in Tahoma
CitrusLemonGrapefruitCedarPineSpicyOrange
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding