Saaz Late
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Czech Republic
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saaz Late
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Saaz Late
EarthyHerbalFloral
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Saaz Late | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 15–20% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |