Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
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 Junga
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nugget
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Junga
SpicyFruityGrapefruitBlack currant
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Property
| Property | Junga | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 48–59% |
| Humulene | - | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Target