Hop Variety – Nelson Sauvin

Pedigree: Cross between New Zealand “Smoothcone” and a selected New Zealand male
Brewing Usage: Dual Purpose
Aroma: Distinct cool climate and white wine “fruitiness” with fresh crushed gooseberry and grape
infused flavors
Alpha Acids: 12.0 – 13.0%
Beta Acids: 6.0 – 8.0%
Co-Humulone: 24% of alpha acids
Total Oil: 1.1 mL/ 100g
Myrcene: 22.2% of total oil
Humulene: 36.4% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 10.7% of total oil
Farnesene: <1% of total oil General Trade Perception: An excellent dual purpose hop that can be used to produce a punch or subtle bittering qualities
Typical Beer Styles: American-style Pale Ale, American-style India Pale Ale, Super Premium

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