Bitter GoldvsSabro
Bitter Gold (dual purpose) and Sabro (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bitter Gold
Alpha acid
12–18.8%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–3.9 mL
United States
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bitter Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sabro
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruitTropical
Only in Bitter Gold
PearWatermelonGrassyGrapefruitFloral
Only in Sabro
CitrusTangerineCoconutCedarMintCreamHerbal
Property
| Property | Bitter Gold | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–18.8% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 36–41% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.9 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–68% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 7–18% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |