SussexvsFuggle

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

Sussex

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.3–5.8%

Beta acid

2.4–3.2%

Total oil

0.4–0.6 mL

United Kingdom

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 Sussex

  • 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

Shared aromas

GrassyMint

Only in Sussex

EarthyVanillaCitrus

Only in Fuggle

WoodyMild

Property

PropertySussexFuggle
Alpha acid4.3–5.8%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid2.4–3.2%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone29–32%25–32%
Total oil0.4–0.6 mL0.44–1 mL
Myrcene41–43%15–25%
Humulene22–24%30–40%
Caryophyllene-11–15%
Farnesene0–1%5–8%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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