Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
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 Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Nugget
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbal
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinTangerine
Only in Nugget
GingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Waimea | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |