ElixirvsNelson Sauvin
Elixir and Nelson Sauvin are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | Elixir | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc