NuggetvsPetit Blanc
Nugget (dual purpose) and Petit Blanc (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
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petit Blanc
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Nugget | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |