NZ Nelson Sauvin 50G Hop Pellets

A hop with distinctive “New World” white wine characters, this truly unique dual-purpose variety can be used to produce big punchy Ales as well as subtle aroma driven 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.

Described during selection as “breathtaking” Nelson Sauvin has the unique ability to impart a distinctive cool climate white wine “fruitiness”. The complexity of the oil profile has seen selectors stretched looking for descriptors to document this unique new world variety. Nelson Sauvon displays characteristics of “fresh crushed gooseberries” – a descriptor often used for the grape variety Sauvignon Blanc, giving rise to this variety’s name.