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Fuggles aren't especially sexy hops. The British-bred variety offers a reliable yield and is closely related to the Willamette hop, having a similarly mild, earthy nose and sometimes veering into grassy. It's not known for the big, juicy flavors prized in American IPAs, making it an unlikely choice for this single-hop brew from Hopworks. But Hopworks rendered the best from the organic Fuggles in its IPX. The hops come from a century-old family in Aurora, a half-hour south of Portland. In this dry, biscuity ale, those hops are restrained, offering a poppylike scent and a sturdy bitterness with just a touch of orange. It won't send you searching for more Fuggles. Then again, it's a name not often slapped on labels.
WWeek 2015