FugglevsVanguard

Fuggle and Vanguard are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Fuggle

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.4–6.1%

Beta acid

2.1–3.5%

Total oil

0.44–1 mL

United Kingdom

Vanguard

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6.5%

Beta acid

5.5–7%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Fuggle

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Vanguard

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

WoodyGrassy

Only in Fuggle

MintMild

Only in Vanguard

TobaccoPleasantCedar

Property

PropertyFuggleVanguard
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%4–6.5%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%5.5–7%
Co-humulone25–32%14–20%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene15–25%5–15%
Humulene30–40%49–55%
Caryophyllene11–15%13–17%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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