Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Samba
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Samba
TropicalMangoStone fruitCandyOrange
Property
| Property | Nugget | Samba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |