Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
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 Bouclier
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
HerbalCitrus
Only in Bouclier
GrassySpicy
Only in Nugget
GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |