NuggetvsSticky Fingers Blend
Nugget and Sticky Fingers Blend 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
Sticky Fingers Blend
Alpha acid
11.92%
Beta acid
4.59%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sticky Fingers Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Only in Sticky Fingers Blend
FruitySpicyDank
Property
| Property | Nugget | Sticky Fingers Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 11.92% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4.59% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 28–29% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |