Nectaron a.k.a. NZ Hops HORT4337
The newest NZ release — pineapple and stone fruit.
What it tastes like
Nectaron was released in 2019 and has rapidly become one of the most sought-after hops in the world. Pineapple, peach, passionfruit, and a soft tropical sweetness — it sits between Galaxy and Nelson Sauvin in flavor and is almost as supply-constrained as Riwaka.
Best in these styles
Beers showcasing Nectaron
Specific beer examples coming soon.
Substitutes & relatives
If you can't source Nectaron, these hops bring overlapping character.
For brewers — technical profile
Alpha Acid
11–13%
Beta Acid
5–6%
Total Oil
1.5–2.0 mL/100g
Oil composition
myrcene
55-60%
humulene
10-15%
caryophyllene
5-7%
farnesene
<1%
History
A NZ Hops Ltd. proprietary variety, commercial release 2019. Has rapidly become one of the most sought-after hops globally.