Nugget was bred by the United States Department of Agriculture in Corvallis, Oregon, starting in 1970.. Initial commercial release was 1983. Brewers Gold heritage. Used primarily as a bittering hop, especially in the early days, but now has been given dual duty as an aroma hop as well.
Pedigree is quite complex and makes it a mutt: Brewers Gold, Early Green, East Kent Golding, Bavarian (unspecified) and unknown variety.
If you can't find Nugget, the best alternatives are Columbus, Galena, Magnum, or Olympic.
| Country | United States |
| Alias | USDA 21193 |
| Storage Stability |
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| Alpha Acid | 9.5 - 14.0% |
| Beta Acid | 3.0 - 5.0% |
| Cohumulone | 22.0 - 30.0% |
| Total Oil | 1.5 - 3.0 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 27.0 - 42.0% |
| Humulene | 16.0 - 19.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 7.0 - 10.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
| Linalool | 0.8 - 1.0% |
| B-Pinene | 0.4 - 0.8% |
| Geraniol | 0.1% |
| Yield | 1520-1970 lbs/acre |
| Maturity | Late |
| Tolerant | Downy mildew, powdery mildew |
| Growth Rate | Vigorous |
| Cones | Medium to large in size with compact density. |
| Ease of Harvest | Excellent |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium to light green |
| Side Arm Length | 24" - 40" |
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