2024 UK Fuggles T90 Hop Pellets
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UK Fuggle Hop Profile
Origin:
- Discovered in Kent, England in 1861 by Richard Fuggle
- One of the classic English aroma hops, synonymous with traditional British beer
Typical Alpha Acids:
- 3–5.5%
Beta Acids:
- 1.5–2%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
- Earthy: Soft, classic English earth and loam character
- Woody: Cedar, light oak
- Mild Spice: Gentle pepper, subtle herbal spice
- Floral: Hints of wildflowers, subtle and not sweet
- Subtle Fruit: Sometimes a faint note of currants or berries, but not dominant
Brewing Characteristics:
- Renowned for providing mild, gentle bitterness and a truly “English” aroma
- Use as a single hop or as part of a blend for balanced traditional styles
- Pairs beautifully with malty beers; great for late kettle additions and dry hopping
Best Beer Styles:
- English Pale Ale, Bitter, and ESB
- Porter, Stout, Mild
- Brown Ale
- Traditional English barleywine and vintage ales
Substitutes:
- Willamette (US-grown, similar but slightly fruitier)
- Styrian Goldings (continental Fuggle; softer, slightly more floral)
- East Kent Goldings (for more pronounced floral)
Fun Fact:
Fuggle is so deeply ingrained in British brewing that it's considered the quintessential hop for recreating Victorian-era recipes.
Fuggle is so deeply ingrained in British brewing that it's considered the quintessential hop for recreating Victorian-era recipes.