AurumvsSaaz Late

Aurum and Saaz Late are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Saaz Late

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Aurum

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Saaz Late

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralHerbalEarthy

Only in Aurum

SpicyFruityMildCitrusNoble

Only in Saaz Late

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Property

PropertyAurumSaaz Late
Alpha acid3.5–5.7%3.5–6%
Beta acid3.1%4–6.5%
Co-humulone20–23%20–25%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene-25–35%
Humulene-15–25%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene-15–20%
OriginGermanyCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma