Saaz LatevsPacific Crest
Saaz Late and Pacific Crest are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Saaz Late
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Czech Republic
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saaz Late
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyHerbalFloral
Only in Saaz Late
-
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoGrassySpicyPine
Property
| Property | Saaz Late | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 15–20% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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