FugglevsTardif de Bourgogne
Fuggle and Tardif de Bourgogne 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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
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 Tardif de Bourgogne
- 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 Tardif de Bourgogne
FloralRedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette