Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Saphir
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFruityFloral
Only in Aurum
MildHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble
Only in Saphir
Tangerine
Property
| Property | Aurum | Saphir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 12–17% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.8–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 25–40% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |