Pacific CrestvsNugget
Pacific Crest (aroma) and Nugget (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Nugget
Alpha acid
9.5–16%
Beta acid
3–5.8%
Total oil
0.9–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyHerbal
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoGrassyFloralSpicyPine
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeCoconut
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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