Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tropica
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in Tropica
MandarinOrangeTropicalDank
Property
| Property | Nugget | Tropica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 8.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| 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 | Dual purpose |