Sitiva BlendvsFuggle
Sitiva Blend and Fuggle are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Sitiva Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding