NectaronvsSládek

Nectaron and Sládek are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Nectaron

Aroma

Alpha acid

9.5–12%

Beta acid

4.5–5%

Total oil

1–1.7 mL

New Zealand

Sládek

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.5–9%

Beta acid

4–11%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Nectaron

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Sládek

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitPeachGrapefruit

Only in Nectaron

TropicalCitrusPineappleNectar

Only in Sládek

NobleFruity

Property

PropertyNectaronSládek
Alpha acid9.5–12%4.5–9%
Beta acid4.5–5%4–11%
Co-humulone26–28%23–40%
Total oil1–1.7 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene59–65%35–50%
Humulene10–20%20–40%
Caryophyllene4–5%9–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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