Nelson SauvinvsWai-iti
Nelson Sauvin and Wai-iti 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
Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
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 Wai-iti
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitPeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarinSpicy
Property
| Property | Nelson Sauvin | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–13% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 25–37% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc