Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
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 Merkur
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Nugget
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleCitrusEarthy
Only in Merkur
SugarMint
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Property
| Property | Merkur | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16.2% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7.3% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 17–20% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–50% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 28–32% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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