Nelson SauvinvsCrystal
Nelson Sauvin and Crystal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc