EpicvsNelson Sauvin
Epic and Nelson Sauvin are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Epic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Epic
BerryHerbal
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | Epic | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc