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Package of Nugget Pellet Hops packaged in a UV and O2 barrier Mylar bag which has been vacuum sealed for the best preservation of your brewing hops.
Nugget
A/A: 14.6%
United States
Dual Purpose
1 oz. Pellet Hops
Ingredients: Hops

Nugget Hops - U.S. Grown T-90 Pellets

by SoCal Brewing Supply
$2.59 - $19.99
$2.59
$2.59 - $19.99
$2.59

Nugget Hops for Herbal, Pine, Spice, and Firm Bittering Power

Nugget is a United States grown hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and long valued by brewers who want strong bittering capability with a classic American profile behind it. It is one of the workhorse varieties that can build bitterness efficiently while still contributing recognizable hop character in later additions.

That combination has kept Nugget relevant across a wide range of recipes. It is especially useful in beers that need structure and hop presence more than delicate aroma, but it can also add depth and classic American edge when used later in the process.

Flavor and Brewing Character

Nugget is known for herbal, pine, and spicy character, often backed by light citrus and a firm, resiny bitterness. It tends to feel more assertive than soft, which makes it a natural fit in bigger beers and hop schedules where the hop needs to hold its ground.

In the brewhouse, Nugget works well for bittering, late-boil additions, and supportive whirlpool use. It fits naturally in IPA, stout, porter, barleywine, and other beers where brewers want classic American hop structure and dependable bittering performance.

Why Brewers Choose Nugget

Brewers often choose Nugget because it offers both efficiency and character. It is a practical option when the goal is to build clean, firm bitterness while still keeping enough herbal and pine complexity to matter in the finished beer.

Hop Specifications

  • Origin: United States
  • Hop form: T-90 Pellets
  • Alpha acid: 12.0% - 14.5%
  • Beta acid: 4.0% - 6.0%
  • Total oils: 1.8 - 2.2 mL/100g
  • Typical beer styles: IPA, stout, porter, barleywine, and other assertive hop-forward styles

Packaging and Storage

Available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes unless otherwise noted. Store cold after opening and keep oxygen exposure low to help preserve hop oils, aroma, and brewing performance.