Michigan CoppervsNugget
Michigan Copper (aroma) and Nugget (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 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 Michigan Copper
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |