Saaz LatevsStyrian Golding
Saaz Late and Styrian Golding 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
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Saaz Late
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Golding
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Saaz Late
HerbalFloral
Only in Styrian Golding
SpicyResinSweetNoble
Property
| Property | Saaz Late | Styrian Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 27–33% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 34–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 15–20% | 2–5% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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