Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
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 Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Nugget
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Zagrava
SpicyFruityFloral
Only in Nugget
CitrusGingerPineappleGeraniumLycheeEarthyCoconut
Property
| Property | Zagrava | Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 9.5–16% |
| Beta acid | 8–12% | 3–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.9–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 48–59% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 12–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Ukraine | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Lubelski
Spalter Select