Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrusPineappleHerbal
Only in Nugget
GingerGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintMellowThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Nugget | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |