CeleiavsNugget

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

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

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 Celeia

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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

EarthyHerbal

Only in Celeia

NobleFloralLavenderSpicy

Only in Nugget

CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeCoconut

Property

PropertyCeleiaNugget
Alpha acid3–6%9.5–16%
Beta acid2–4%3–5.8%
Co-humulone25–29%22–30%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL0.9–3.3 mL
Myrcene26–35%48–59%
Humulene18–23%12–22%
Caryophyllene8–9%7–10%
Farnesene3–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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