Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Celeia
Alpha acid
3–6%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–3.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Celeia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyHerbalFloralNoble
Only in Saaz (CZ)
Mild
Only in Celeia
LavenderSpicy
Property
| Property | Saaz (CZ) | Celeia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 3–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.5–3.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 26–35% |
| Humulene | 15–30% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 14–20% | 3–7% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Sterling