Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
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 X13459
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Only in X13459
FloralTropicalPeachStrawberry
Property
| Property | Nugget | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |