Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
United States
Celeia
Alpha acid
3–6%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–3.6 mL
Slovenia
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 Celeia
- 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 Celeia
FloralLavenderSpicyHerbal
Property
| Property | Saaz (US) | Celeia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–4.5% | 3–6% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–3.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 26–35% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 9–13% | 3–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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