Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Relax
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fuggle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Relax | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 0.3–4% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 10–15% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 1–1.3 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–30% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 5–8% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette