NuggetvsZagrava

Nugget and Zagrava are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Zagrava

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7%

Beta acid

8–12%

Total oil

2–3 mL

Ukraine

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Zagrava

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HerbalHerbal

Only in Nugget

CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut

Only in Zagrava

SpicyFruityFloral

Property

PropertyNuggetZagrava
Alpha acid9.5–16%4–7%
Beta acid3–5.8%8–12%
Co-humulone22–30%24–28%
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL2–3 mL
Myrcene48–59%30–50%
Humulene12–22%14–16%
Caryophyllene7–10%7–8%
Farnesene0–1%12–18%
OriginUnited StatesUkraine
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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