Bred in 1970 by the USDA breeding program in Oregon and released in 1983, Nugget is a high alpha cultivar that is beginning to gain some acceptance as a dual purpose variety. Its lineage includes Brewer's Gold, Canterbury Golding and Early Green.
Mild and pleasant with spicy, herbal tones.
Selected from a cross between Brewers Gold and a high alpha male. Heavy, herbal and spicy aroma, extremely bitter. Used for medium to dark Ales and Lagers.
Alpha: 12.2%
Available in: 1 Ounce | 1 Pound
