Vanguard
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
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 Vanguard
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Fuggle
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
WoodyGrassy
Only in Vanguard
TobaccoPleasantCedar
Only in Fuggle
MintMild
Property
| Property | Vanguard | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6.5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 14–20% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 5–15% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 49–55% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–17% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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