NuggetvsSouthern Cross
Nugget and Southern Cross are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Cross
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Southern Cross
LemonLimePineSpicyTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Nugget | Southern Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 25–28% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 31–55% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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