Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Gemini
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Gemini | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding