FugglevsYellow Sub
Fuggle and Yellow Sub 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
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
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 Yellow Sub
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetCitrusRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Fuggle | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.4–6.1% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 25–32% | - |
| Total oil | 0.44–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Amarillo
Styrian Golding