Nelson Sauvin vs Hallertau Blanc: which hop to use
Data sheetThe two hops side by side on the numbers and aroma that decide it, and which to reach for.
Published hop data side by side
| Origin | Nelson Sauvin: New Zealand · Hallertau Blanc: Germany |
|---|---|
| Nelson Sauvin alpha acid | 10 to 13 % |
| Hallertau Blanc alpha acid | 8 to 12.9 % |
| Nelson Sauvin total oil | high; humulene-dominant |
| Hallertau Blanc total oil | 0.8 to 1.9 mL/100 g |
| Nelson Sauvin myrcene | 22 to 23 % |
| Hallertau Blanc myrcene | up to 67.5 % |
| Nelson Sauvin aroma | White grape, gooseberry and grapefruit with tropical fruit, likened to Sauvignon Blanc wine |
| Hallertau Blanc aroma | White muscatel grape with citrusy grapefruit and elderflower, lemongrass and cucumber |
Notes
Both are white-wine-character hops, but Nelson Sauvin is sharper gooseberry-and-grapefruit while Hallertau Blanc is softer muscatel grape and elderflower.
Choose Nelson Sauvin for its unmistakable Sauvignon-Blanc grape and gooseberry bite.
Choose Hallertau Blanc for a gentler white-grape and elderflower aroma that is easier to dose.
The hops in full
Sources: Charles Faram Hop Oracle: Nelson Sauvin specification · BarthHaas Hallertau Blanc hop variety profile