Fuggles (US)

Alpha Acids (%)

3.6 - 5.6

Description

These are genetically the same as UK Fuggles, but grown in the United States. US Fuggles are very similar to the UK-grown version, but they might be less intensly flavorful and less distinctive.

Possible Substitutes

UK Fuggles and Willamette

Chemical Composition

Alpha Acids: 3.6 - 5.6 %
Beta Acids: 1.7 - 2.9 %
Alpha:Beta Ratio: 2.0
Cohumulone: 25 - 32 (% alpha-acids)
Essential Oils: 0.7 - 1.2 (mL/100g)
Myrcene: 35 - 45 (% essential oils)
Caryophyllene: 11 - 14 (% essential oils)
Humulene: 25 - 30 (% essential oils)
Farnesene: 5 - 7 (% essential oils)

All chemical composition values from [1].

References

  1. "Hop Variety Guide." Yakima Chief, Incorporated. n.d. Web. 31 December 2013. ‹http://yakimachief.com/index.php/varieties/›.