Hop Variety – Fuggle (UK)

posted May 7th, 2014 by Stan Hieronymus

Pedigree: A chance seedling raised in England
Brewing Usage: Aroma
Aroma: Delicate and pleasant with mint, grass and floral tones
Alpha Acids: 3.5 – 6.5%
Beta Acids: 2.0 – 4.0%
Co-Humulone: 27 – 33% of alpha acids
Total Oil: 0.7 – 1.1 mL/100g
Myrcene: 25 – 30% of total oil
Humulene: 30 – 38% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 13.4% of total oil
Farnesene: 6 – 8% of total oil
General Trade Perception: The most revered and famous English hop, known for its full bodied flavor in traditional ales
Possible Substitutions: Styrian Golding, US Fuggle, Willamette
Typical Beer Styles: Belgian and English-style Ales, Bitter, ESB, Lager, Lambic, Porter
Additional Information: Once a predominant hop in England, now reserved for aroma use in conjunction with high alpha types