Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nugget
- 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
CitrusHerbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Only in Nugget
GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Admiral | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |