USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
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 USDA 008
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in USDA 008
FloralSweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Only in Nugget
HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 48–49% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |