Nelson Sauvin - 100gm
$11.00
Nelson Sauvin is the quintessential New Zealand hop, named for its distinctive white wine fruitiness reminiscent of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
It is a breath taking hop with a truely unique character that is highly sought after the world over.
Particularly well suited to New World Pale Ales and IPA's it is finding use in a variety of styles where its unique character provides a point of difference.
Nelson Sauvin can pack a flavour fulled punch so judicious use is advised.
Technical Data
HPLC & Oil Composition (Measured within 6 months of harvest, stored at 0C)
| Alpha Acids | 12-13% |
| Beta Acids | 6-8% |
| Cohumulone | 24% of Alpha Acids |
| Total Oil | 1.1 ml oil per 100gm cone weight |
| Concentration | 79 uL Oil/gram Alpha |
| Myrcene | 22.2% |
| Humulene | 36.4% |
| Caryophyllene | 10.7% |
| Farnesene | 0.4% |
| Citrus-Piney Fraction | 7.8% |
| Floral Estery Fraction | 2.8% |
| H/C Ratio | 3.6 |
| Other | 14% |
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