NuggetvsSouthern Dawn
Nugget and Southern Dawn 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 Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Southern Dawn
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrusGingerHerbal
Only in Nugget
PineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassChamomileStrawberryFruitySpicy
Property
| Property | Nugget | Southern Dawn |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 11.2–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4.3–5.9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 31–33% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 22–45% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 17–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–10% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |