Nelson SauvinvsSabro
Nelson Sauvin and Sabro 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
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Sabro
CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc