Nelson SauvinvsVic Secret
Nelson Sauvin (aroma) and Vic Secret (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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