PalisadevsFuggle

Palisade (dual purpose) and Fuggle (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Fuggle

Aroma

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 Palisade

  • 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
  • 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 Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotFloralClean

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyPalisadeFuggle
Alpha acid5.5–10%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid5.5–8%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone24–29%25–32%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene45–55%15–25%
Humulene10–20%30–40%
Caryophyllene8–16%11–15%
Farnesene0–1%5–8%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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