Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 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 Elixir
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Elixir | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |