Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
United States
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (US)
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aurum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyNoble
Only in Saaz (US)
Slightly
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityFloralMildHerbalCitrus
Property
| Property | Saaz (US) | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–4.5% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | - |
| Humulene | 35–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 9–13% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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