Saaz LatevsCeleia

Saaz Late and Celeia 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

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Saaz Late

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Celeia

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthyHerbalFloral

Only in Saaz Late

-

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderSpicy

Property

PropertySaaz LateCeleia
Alpha acid3.5–6%3–6%
Beta acid4–6.5%2–4%
Co-humulone20–25%25–29%
Total oil0.5–1 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene25–35%26–35%
Humulene15–25%18–23%
Caryophyllene6–9%8–9%
Farnesene15–20%3–7%
OriginCzech RepublicSlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

Related comparisons