X13459vsNugget

X13459 (aroma) and Nugget (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Nugget

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.5–16%

Beta acid

3–5.8%

Total oil

0.9–3.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick X13459

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Nugget

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in X13459

FloralTropicalPeachStrawberry

Only in Nugget

HerbalGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeHerbalEarthyCoconut

Property

PropertyX13459Nugget
Alpha acid3–5.5%9.5–16%
Beta acid4–5%3–5.8%
Co-humulone21–24%22–30%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.9–3.3 mL
Myrcene-48–59%
Humulene-12–22%
Caryophyllene-7–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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