Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLychee
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Citra
GrapefruitPeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Nugget | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |