Saaz LatevsAurum

Saaz Late and Aurum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Saaz Late

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Czech Republic

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Saaz Late

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Aurum

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthyHerbalFloral

Only in Saaz Late

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Only in Aurum

SpicyFruityMildCitrusNoble

Property

PropertySaaz LateAurum
Alpha acid3.5–6%3.5–5.7%
Beta acid4–6.5%3.1%
Co-humulone20–25%20–23%
Total oil0.5–1 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene25–35%-
Humulene15–25%-
Caryophyllene6–9%-
Farnesene15–20%-
OriginCzech RepublicGermany
PurposeAromaAroma