NuggetvsOld Mission
Nugget (dual purpose) and Old Mission (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Old Mission
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrusHerbal
Only in Nugget
GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Old Mission
PineSpicyBlack currantTart
Property
| Property | Nugget | Old Mission |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 4.33% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 3.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |