Saaz Late
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Czech Republic
Celeia
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
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Only in Celeia
NobleLavenderSpicy
Property
| Property | Saaz Late | Celeia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 3–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–3.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 26–35% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 15–20% | 3–7% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |