NuggetvsStyrian Fox
Nugget and Styrian Fox 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
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Fox
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineapple
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineHoney
Property
| Property | Nugget | Styrian Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 5.7–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 2.1–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 12–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |