MarynkavsNugget

Marynka and Nugget are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Marynka

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthyHerbalCitrus

Only in Marynka

HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAnise

Only in Nugget

GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeCoconut

Property

PropertyMarynkaNugget
Alpha acid7.5–12%9.5–16%
Beta acid10–13%3–5.8%
Co-humulone26–33%22–30%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL0.9–3.3 mL
Myrcene28–31%48–59%
Humulene33–36%12–22%
Caryophyllene10–13%7–10%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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