HersbruckervsFuggle
Hersbrucker and Fuggle are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Hersbrucker
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Fuggle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty