Nelson SauvinvsSamba
Nelson Sauvin and Samba 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
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Samba
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Samba
TropicalPineappleMangoStone fruitCandyOrange
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Samba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | - |
| Humulene | 25–37% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc