PuławskivsFuggle

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

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

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 Puławski

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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 Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyPuławskiFuggle
Alpha acid8–11%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid3–4%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone26–30%25–32%
Total oil-0.44–1 mL
Myrcene38–39%15–25%
Humulene24–25%30–40%
Caryophyllene11–13%11–15%
Farnesene-5–8%
OriginPolandUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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