EkuanotvsNugget

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

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

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 Ekuanot

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Nugget

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HerbalCitrus

Only in Ekuanot

LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusMelonGuava

Only in Nugget

GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut

Property

PropertyEkuanotNugget
Alpha acid13–15.5%9.5–16%
Beta acid4–5.5%3–5.8%
Co-humulone31–38%22–30%
Total oil2–4.5 mL0.9–3.3 mL
Myrcene30–45%48–59%
Humulene12–20%12–22%
Caryophyllene8–12%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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