NELSON SAUVIN HOPS

New Zealand Hops

Nelson Sauvin hops have gained popularity in American-style Pale Ales but are definitely requires prudent and discerning application in brewing. Nelson Sauvin' s oil profile is complex and fortunately works well as an aroma hop, flavor hop and also for bittering. Low Cohumulone is responsible for its smooth bittering qualities. Nelson Sauvin' s name is derived from the Sauvignon Blanc wine grape to which many agree has similar flavor and aroma characteristics.

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Characteristics	Smooth bittering, rich, fruity, gooseberry and white-wine flavors
Usage	Dual Purpose
Alpha Acid	15.11%
Beta Acid	7.41%
Co-Humulone	22.3%
Total Oil	1.51 mL/100g
Myrcene	60.49%
Humulene	18.00%
Caryophyllene	6.31%
Farnesene	0.19
Substitutes	Pacific Jade, Pacifica
Style Guide	American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale
Storage Index	0.276 HSI