Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
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 Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mistral
FloralMelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Mistral | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |