Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
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 Sonnet
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusEarthy
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleSweetLemonFloralGrassHoneyOak
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Property
| Property | Sonnet | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 48–59% |
| Humulene | - | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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