Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Saphir
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyFloral
Only in Horizon
Citrus
Only in Saphir
FruityTangerine
Property
| Property | Horizon | Saphir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 12–17% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.8–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |