Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
Nectaron
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4.5–5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Sládek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Nectaron
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PeachPassion fruitGrapefruit
Only in Sládek
NobleFruity
Only in Nectaron
TropicalCitrusPineappleNectar
Property
| Property | Sládek | Nectaron |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–11% | 4.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–40% | 26–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–50% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 20–40% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Citra