Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
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United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sun
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalHerbal
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Sun
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Property
| Property | Nugget | Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 30–40% |
| 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 | Bittering |