Styrian DragonvsNelson Sauvin
Styrian Dragon and Nelson Sauvin are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
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
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRoseTropical
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteFruityGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 20–45% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Hallertau Blanc