Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 X13459
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in X13459
FloralTropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Property
| Property | Fuggle | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |