Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
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 Harlequin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Harlequin
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |