Meridian
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
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 Meridian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
Shared aromas
Mint
Only in Meridian
CitrusLemonBerryTropicalSpearmint
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMild
Property
| Property | Meridian | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 45–50% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 7–9% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |