Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sussex
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusEarthy
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Only in Sussex
GrassyMintVanilla
Property
| Property | Nugget | Sussex |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 4.3–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 2.4–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 29–32% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.4–0.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 41–43% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 22–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |