The Story
This truly unique dual-purpose variety can be used to produce big punchy Ales as well as subtle yet bitter Lagers. The fruitiness may be a little overpowering for the un-initiated, however those with a penchant for bold hop character will find several applications for this true brewer's hop. The essential oil profile displays; fresh crushed gooseberries & a descriptor often used for the grape variety Sauvignon Blanc, giving rise to this variety name.
Features
- Name : Nelson Sauvin
- Alpha Acid Percent : 10-13%
- Type : Bittering & Aroma
- Character: Smooth bittering, rich, fruity, gooseberry and white-wine flavors
- Use: American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale
- Substitute: Pacific Jade, Pacifica
Description
This truly unique dual-purpose variety can be used to produce big punchy Ales as well as subtle yet bitter Lagers. The fruitiness may be a little overpowering for the un-initiated, however those with a penchant for bold hop character will find several applications for this true brewer's hop. The essential oil profile displays; fresh crushed gooseberries & a descriptor often used for the grape variety Sauvignon Blanc, giving rise to this variety name.
Features
- Name : Nelson Sauvin
- Alpha Acid Percent : 10-13%
- Type : Bittering & Aroma
- Character: Smooth bittering, rich, fruity, gooseberry and white-wine flavors
- Use: American Pale Ale, India Pale Ale, Pale Ale
- Substitute: Pacific Jade, Pacifica
