Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
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 Loral
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Loral
FloralBlack currantDarkFruity
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Loral | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 1.5–6.5% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3.4 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–58% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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