AltusvsNelson Sauvin
Altus and Nelson Sauvin are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Altus
ResinSpicyTangerine
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | Altus | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–18.5% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.2% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–29% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 3–4.4 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–45% |
| Humulene | - | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc