Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 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 Sterling
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalHerbal
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Sterling
NobleSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Nugget | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |