Fuggle
The Fuggle hop originates in England and was first discovered in 1861 in a hop yard owned by George Stace in Kent. Some 14 years later it was officially named and introduced by Richard Fuggle of Benchley in 1875. Similar to a Styrian Golding, is noted for its distinct European aroma and has enjoyed a long, versatile run. At its peak nearly 100 years ago Fuggle was known as a dual-use hop. Today however, as other higher alpha acid varieties have become more prevalent, it’s now more prominently used for its aroma.Also Known As Fuggles, Fuggle UK
Characteristics
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid Composition 2.4%-6.1%
Beta Acid Composition 2.1%-2.8%
Co-Humulone Composition 25%-29%
Country UK
Cone Size
Cone Density
Seasonal Maturity Early
Yield Amount 1008-1233 kg/hectare (900-1100 lbs/acre)
Growth Rate Low to moderate
Resistant to Resistant to downy mildew
Susceptible to Moderately susceptible to verticillium wilt, carries the apple and cherry strain of Prunus Necrotic Ringspot virus and the Hop Mosaic virus
Storability
Ease of Harvest
Total Oil Composition 0.44-0.83 mL/100g
Myrcene Oil Composition 43.4%
Humulene Oil Composition 26.6%
Caryophyllene Oil 9.1%
Farnesene Oil 4.3%
Substitutes Fuggle (US), Willamette, Styrian Golding, Tettnanger, Newport
Style Guide English Ale, Porter, Mild Ale, Bitter, Extra Special Bitter, Lambic, Amber Ale, Cask Ale, Stout, Oatmeal Stout, Strong Ale, Nut Brown Ale, Golden Ale, Christmas Ale