Melba
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
2–4 mL
Australia
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 Melba
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Fuggle
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Melba
Passion fruitGrapefruitCitrusSpicy
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Melba | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 2–4 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 5–8% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette