Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
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 Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Nugget
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Eclipse
PineMandarin
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |