Southern SublimevsFuggle
Southern Sublime and Fuggle are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
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 Southern Sublime
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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 Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungentCitrus
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Southern Sublime | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.8–13.4% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.9% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | South Africa | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding
Willamette