TeamakervsFuggle

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

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

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

When to pick Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Fuggle

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Teamaker

SubtleFloral

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Property

PropertyTeamakerFuggle
Alpha acid0.6–1.8%2.4–6.1%
Beta acid5.4–13.2%2.1–3.5%
Co-humulone-25–32%
Total oil-0.44–1 mL
Myrcene59–61%15–25%
Humulene1–2%30–40%
Caryophyllene11–13%11–15%
Farnesene0–1%5–8%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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