FugglevsTettnang (US)
Fuggle and Tettnang (US) 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
Tettnang (US)
Alpha acid
2.5–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 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 Tettnang (US)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Fuggle
WoodyMintMild
Only in Tettnang (US)
NobleSpicy
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Tettnang (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 2.5–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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