Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Saaz (CZ)
EarthyHerbalMildNoble
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Saaz (CZ) | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 15–30% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 14–20% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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