Sybilla
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–12%
Total oil
1.2–2.2 mL
Poland
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 Sybilla
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGinger
Only in Sybilla
FloralLemonPineOrangeChocolateTobacco
Only in Nugget
HerbalPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Sybilla | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–12% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.2 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–50% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 40–45% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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