Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalFloralNoble
Only in Saaz (CZ)
EarthyMild
Only in Liberty
SpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Saaz (CZ) | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 15–30% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 14–20% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |