Description
Nelson Sauvin name is derived from the Sauvignon Blanc wine grape to which many agree has similar flavour and aroma characteristics. Developed in New Zealand and released in 2000, it is considered too wild for many major brewers. Despite this, Nelson Sauvin has found significant use among craft breweries and home brewers for its eccentric characteristics.
They variety has gained popularity in American-style Pale Ales but is definitely a hop that requires prudent and discerning application in brewing. Nelson Sauvin oil profile is complex and fortunately works well as an aroma hop, flavour hop and also for bittering. Low cohumulone is responsible for its smooth bittering qualities. It is descended from Smoothcone.
| Characteristics |
Smooth bitterness, rich, fruity, gooseberry and white-wine flavours |
| Purpose |
Bittering & Aroma |
| Alpha Acid |
12%-13% |
| Origin |
New Zealand |
| Substitutes |
Pacific Jade |
| Styles |
American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale |
