NuggetvsPerle (GR)
Nugget (dual purpose) and Perle (GR) (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
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Perle (GR)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalHerbalEarthy
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeCoconut
Only in Perle (GR)
FloralFruityMintStone fruitSlightly
Property
| Property | Nugget | Perle (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 10–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |