Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
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 Mystic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
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
Woody
Only in Mystic
Black currantCitrusPassion fruit
Only in Fuggle
GrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Mystic | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | UK | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge
Huell Melon
Styrian Dragon