Southern SublimevsNugget
Southern Sublime (aroma) and Nugget (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
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 Sublime
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungent
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Southern Sublime | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.8–13.4% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.9% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |