Saaz (US)

Saaz hops were bred from the original centuries-old Czech Republic landrace variety. Czech Saaz hops are of the same lineage, but are grown in the Czech Republic, whereas this variety is grown in the US. The name Saaz is based on the Czech city of Žatec.

Saaz (US) is an aroma hop that is typically used in only late boil additions, including dry hopping.

Saaz is a noble hop variety, and is considered one of the oldest known. Saaz hops have aromas that include earthiness with a mild spicy flavor to it. Saaz hops - regardless of the country they are grown in - are mostly only used for its aromas due to its low alpha acid content, which results in a delicate bitterness when added at the end of the boil. Noble hops like Saaz, are aroma varieties that have an extensive history behind them. The term ‘noble’ has been used since the 1980’s and refers to hops that have been used in brewing beer for centuries.