AdeenavsNugget

Adeena (aroma) and Nugget (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Adeena

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Adeena

SpicyFloralLemonPine

Only in Nugget

CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut

Property

PropertyAdeenaNugget
Alpha acid3.5–5%9.5–16%
Beta acid3–4%3–5.8%
Co-humulone34–38%22–30%
Total oil0.8–1.1 mL0.9–3.3 mL
Myrcene27–30%48–59%
Humulene31–45%12–22%
Caryophyllene15–22%7–10%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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