Styrian WolfvsNugget
Styrian Wolf and Nugget are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Nugget
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Coconut
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoPassion fruitLemongrassElderflowerVioletFloralFruity
Only in Nugget
HerbalCitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Styrian Wolf | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–18.5% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–6% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–23% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4.5 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 5–9% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |