Nelson SauvinvsHersbrucker
Nelson Sauvin and Hersbrucker 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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Liberty