NuggetvsTarget

Nugget (dual purpose) and Target (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Target

Bittering

Alpha acid

8.5–13.5%

Beta acid

4.3–5.7%

Total oil

1–1.4 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Target

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Nugget

HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut

Only in Target

MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper

Property

PropertyNuggetTarget
Alpha acid9.5–16%8.5–13.5%
Beta acid3–5.8%4.3–5.7%
Co-humulone22–30%35–40%
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL1–1.4 mL
Myrcene48–59%45–55%
Humulene12–22%17–23%
Caryophyllene7–10%8–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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