Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 mL
Germany
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 Polaris
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Nugget
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Polaris
MintMenthol
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Polaris | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–23% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 4–5 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |