Hop: Nelson Sauvin™

Description

Nelson Sauvin™ was first released in 2000, is a triploid variety developed by Hort Research, Riwaka Research Centre (Plant & Food Research). Bred from New Zealand Smoothcone and a New Zealand male.

Definitely imparts a unique aroma. High alpha acids makes Nelson Sauvin™ a great dual hop.

General Information

Profile Aroma of white white, fresh gooseberry, and grape infused tropical flavors. Passion fruit, kiwi, tangerine, and grapefruit.
Country New Zealand
Substitutes Hallertau Blanc, Pacific Jade™, Pacifica
Pairs with Cascade, Citra®
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Yield Moderate
Beer Styles American Pale Ale, IPA

Acids

Alpha Acid 12.0 - 13.0%
Beta Acid 6.0 - 8.0%
Cohumulone 22.0 - 26.0%

Oils

Total Oil 1.0 - 1.2 ml/100g
Myrcene 21.0 - 23.0%
Humulene 35.0 - 37.0%
Caryophyllene 10.0 - 12.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Linalool 0.4 - 0.9%
Geraniol 0.0%

Additional Characteristics

Growth Rate High
Cones Small size with compact density
Maturity Middle to late
Ease of Harvest Moderate to good

Nelson Sauvin Aroma/Flavor Profile

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Gooseberry Grape Grapefruit Kiwi Passionfruit Tangerine White White
Variety Name
Cascade Citra Hallertau Blanc Pacific Jade Pacifica Smoothcone
Beer Style
American Pale Ale India Pale Ale
Usage
Dual: Aroma And Bittering
Origin
New Zealand
Breeding/Supplier
Plant & Food Research
Last Updated
  • 2026-02-04 18:37:38
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.