TNT BlendvsNelson Sauvin
TNT Blend and Nelson Sauvin are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Nelson Sauvin
Alpha acid
10–13%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick TNT Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Nelson Sauvin
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in TNT Blend
CitrusGreen
Only in Nelson Sauvin
WhiteGooseberryGrapesSauvignon
Property
| Property | TNT Blend | Nelson Sauvin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13% | 10–13% |
| Beta acid | - | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.5 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–45% |
| Humulene | - | 25–37% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |