NuggetvsNZH-107

Nugget and NZH-107 are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick NZH-107

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Nugget

HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitGrapefruit

Property

PropertyNuggetNZH-107
Alpha acid9.5–16%8–11%
Beta acid3–5.8%5–7%
Co-humulone22–30%27–31%
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL1.4–2.2 mL
Myrcene48–59%55–65%
Humulene12–22%7–10%
Caryophyllene7–10%4–8%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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