McKenzievsNelson Sauvin
McKenzie and Nelson Sauvin are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 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 McKenzie
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDankFloral
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 2–3 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