Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalHerbal
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Nugget | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |