NuggetvsPerle (US)

Nugget and Perle (US) 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

Perle (US)

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–9%

Beta acid

2.5–4.5%

Total oil

0.5–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Perle (US)

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HerbalHerbal

Only in Nugget

CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut

Only in Perle (US)

SlightlyFloral

Property

PropertyNuggetPerle (US)
Alpha acid9.5–16%4–9%
Beta acid3–5.8%2.5–4.5%
Co-humulone22–30%28–35%
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL0.5–2 mL
Myrcene48–59%30–45%
Humulene12–22%28–34%
Caryophyllene7–10%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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