HersbruckervsSaaz (US)
Hersbrucker and Saaz (US) are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 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 Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Saaz (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrangeTobacco
Only in Saaz (US)
SlightlyEarthy
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Saaz (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 3–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 35–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–13% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |