Nelson SauvinvsStyrian Dragon
Nelson Sauvin and Styrian Dragon 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
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Styrian Dragon
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRoseTropical
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc