NuggetvsZula

Nugget and Zula 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

Zula

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–14%

Beta acid

3.8–7%

Total oil

1.1–2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Zula

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Nugget

HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut

Only in Zula

CleanTropicalFruity

Property

PropertyNuggetZula
Alpha acid9.5–16%8–14%
Beta acid3–5.8%3.8–7%
Co-humulone22–30%30%
Total oil0.9–3.3 mL1.1–2 mL
Myrcene48–59%-
Humulene12–22%-
Caryophyllene7–10%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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