Southern BrewervsNugget
Southern Brewer (bittering) and Nugget (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Brewer
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.4–1.5 mL
South Africa
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 Southern Brewer
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Southern Brewer
Woody
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalCoconut
Property
| Property | Southern Brewer | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 38–41% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.5 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 48–59% |
| Humulene | - | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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