Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Nugget
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrusHerbal
Only in Nugget
GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinTangerine
Property
| Property | Nugget | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 12–22% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–6% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |