Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
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 Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGeraniumEarthy
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitPineFloralCedarLemon
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleLycheeHerbalCoconut
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |