Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Saaz (US)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Only in Saaz (US)
SlightlyNoble
Property
| Property | Nugget | Saaz (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 3–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 35–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–13% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |