Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 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 Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyHerbal
Only in Spalt
NobleFloral
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeCoconut
Property
| Property | Spalt | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |