Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Saaz (US)
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyNoble
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityFloralMildHerbalCitrus
Only in Saaz (US)
Slightly
Property
| Property | Aurum | Saaz (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 3–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–30% |
| Humulene | - | 35–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 9–13% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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