Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Olympic
Alpha acid
10.6–13.8%
Beta acid
3.8–6.1%
Total oil
0.86–2.55 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Olympic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Olympic
Spicy
Property
| Property | Nugget | Olympic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 10.6–13.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 3.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 31% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.86–2.55 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |