CeleiavsSaaz Late

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

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

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 Celeia

  • 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

FloralEarthyHerbal

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderSpicy

Only in Saaz Late

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Property

PropertyCeleiaSaaz Late
Alpha acid3–6%3.5–6%
Beta acid2–4%4–6.5%
Co-humulone25–29%20–25%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene26–35%25–35%
Humulene18–23%15–25%
Caryophyllene8–9%6–9%
Farnesene3–7%15–20%
OriginSloveniaCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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