ShaddockvsFuggle

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

Shaddock

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.96%

Beta acid

3.59%

Total oil

-

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

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 Shaddock

LimeGrapefruitOnionGarlic

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyShaddockFuggle
Alpha acid4.96%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid3.59%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone-25–32%
Total oil-0.44–1 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene-11–15%
Farnesene-5–8%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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