Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Zenia
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
| Property | Nugget | Zenia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–16% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.8% | 4.4–5.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.9–3.3 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 48–59% | - |
| Humulene | 12–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |