NuggetvsZenia

Nugget and Zenia 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

Zenia

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4.4–5.1%

Total oil

0.7–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

When to pick Zenia

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 Zenia

DankResinOrangeOnionFruityPineMarmaladeGarlic

Property

PropertyNuggetZenia
Alpha acid9.5–16%11–14%
Beta acid3–5.8%4.4–5.1%
Co-humulone22–30%-
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL0.7–2.5 mL
Myrcene48–59%-
Humulene12–22%-
Caryophyllene7–10%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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