Nugget Hop Description
Nugget is a high alpha variety released in 1983 from the U.S.D.A. breeding program in Oregon. It is characterized by a mild herbal aroma, a low proportion of cohumulone, and good storage stability. It is used by brewers both for bittering and for its aroma profile. Nugget is one of the most widely grown varieties in Oregon and also has significant acreage in Washington State.
Country of Origin: US
Alpha Acids 11.5-14%
Beta: 4.2-5.8%
Yield #’s / acre 1,800 – 2,200
Purpose: Dual
Co-Humulone 22-30%
Seasonal Maturity: Mid to Late
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sidearm Length: 20-40”
Cone Size: Medium to Large
Cone Density: Compact
Resistant to: Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew
Susceptible to:
Style Guide: IPA’s, Imperials
Aroma: Spicy, Herbal
Substitutes: Galena
If you’d like more information on our other hop varieties, we have available as hops starter plants select the variety you’re interested in below.
AlphAroma, Bramling, Cascade, Cashmere, Centennial, Chinook, Cluster L8, Columbia, Comet, Crystal, Eroica, Fuggle H, Galena, Glacier, Hallertau m.f, Horizon, Liberty, Magnum, Mt Hood, Mt Rainier, NewPort, Northern Brewer, Nugget, Olympic, Oregon Cluster, Perle, Pocket Talisman, Saaz 72, Sorachi Ace, Sterling, Styrian Golding, Tahoma, Teamaker, Tettnanger, Triple Pearl, UK Serebrianka, Ultra, VanGuard, Willamette, Yakima Gold, Zatecki Cerveni, Zeus
