Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
-
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 Sun
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nugget
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Sun
-
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Sun | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 48–59% |
| Humulene | - | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |