Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
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 Flyer
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Flyer
SpicyLicoriceResinCaramel
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Flyer | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.3–14.5% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.1–6% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–35% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–25% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |