Sequoia BlendvsFuggle

Sequoia Blend and Fuggle are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sequoia Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 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 Sequoia Blend

  • 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

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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Sequoia Blend

MangoPineapplePine

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertySequoia BlendFuggle
Alpha acid9–12%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone28–32%25–32%
Total oil1.5–2.5 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene55–65%15–25%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene5–9%11–15%
Farnesene12–20%5–8%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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