Saaz (CZ)vsWild Loyalist
Saaz (CZ) and Wild Loyalist are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyHerbalFloralNoble
Only in Saaz (CZ)
Mild
Only in Wild Loyalist
Spicy
Property
| Property | Saaz (CZ) | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.7–6.7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | - |
| Humulene | 15–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 14–20% | - |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Sterling
Styrian Golding