Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Trident
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Trident
FruityTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Nugget | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |