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Nelson Sauvin T90 200g

Nelson Sauvin T90 200g

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Nelson Sauvin is the New Zealand hop named after Sauvignon Blanc, thanks to its crushed gooseberry and cool-climate white wine fruit. A dual-purpose variety with a big personality, it comes here as 200g of T90 pellets.

Hop profile

  • Origin: New Zealand, bred from Smoothcone and released in 2000
  • Alpha acid: around 10-13% (NZ Hops figure)
  • Aroma: white wine, gooseberry, passion fruit and tropical fruit
  • Type: dual purpose: bittering, flavour and aroma

How to use it

It can make big punchy ales or subtle aroma-led lagers. NZ Hops advises using it with care as the fruit can be overpowering, so start with modest late or dry hop amounts and build up. Alpha acid changes from crop to crop, so check the figure on your pack and scale your recipe with our Hops Alpha Adjustment calculator.

Who it's for

Brewers who love bold hop character - pale ales, IPAs, wheat beers, lagers and wine-inspired specials. T90 pellets are the standard form for home brewing - consistent, easy to weigh and easy to store. Keep the opened pack sealed and cold; our hop storage guide explains how.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called Nelson Sauvin?

Its aroma resembles Sauvignon Blanc wine, with crushed gooseberry and white wine fruit, and it is grown in the Nelson region of New Zealand.

How much Nelson Sauvin should I use?

Use it with care at first. NZ Hops notes the fruitiness can be overpowering, so start with modest late or dry hop amounts.

Can Nelson Sauvin be used for bittering?

Yes, it is a dual-purpose hop with around 10-13% alpha acid, though most brewers value it for aroma.

Which styles suit it?

American-style pale ales and IPAs, plus aroma-led lagers and wheat beers.