El DoradovsNelson Sauvin
El Dorado (dual purpose) and Nelson Sauvin (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 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 El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc