NuggetvsZeus

Nugget (dual purpose) and Zeus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Zeus

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

2.4–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Zeus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Nugget

HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut

Only in Zeus

Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent

Property

PropertyNuggetZeus
Alpha acid9.5–16%13–17.5%
Beta acid3–5.8%4–6.5%
Co-humulone22–30%28–40%
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene48–59%45–60%
Humulene12–22%9–18%
Caryophyllene7–10%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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