Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusEarthy
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleSweetLemonFloralGrassHoneyOak
Property
| Property | Nugget | Sonnet |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 2.6–7.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 2–3.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.2–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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