Sitiva BlendvsNugget

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

Sitiva Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7.2–7.6%

Beta acid

4.2–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sitiva Blend

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Sitiva Blend

Stone fruitFloralPeachLime

Only in Nugget

HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut

Property

PropertySitiva BlendNugget
Alpha acid7.2–7.6%9.5–16%
Beta acid4.2–4.5%3–5.8%
Co-humulone27–28%22–30%
Total oil-0.9–3.3 mL
Myrcene50–58%48–59%
Humulene10–11%12–22%
Caryophyllene-7–10%
Farnesene9–10%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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