Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Aurum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyHerbalFloralMildNoble
Only in Saaz (CZ)
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Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityCitrus
Property
| Property | Saaz (CZ) | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | - |
| Humulene | 15–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 14–20% | - |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Sterling