Pride of RingwoodvsFuggle
Pride of Ringwood (bittering) and Fuggle (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
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 Pride of Ringwood
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Pride of Ringwood
CedarOakHerbal
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Pride of Ringwood | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–39% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–41% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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