Saaz (US)vsHallertau Tradition
Saaz (US) and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
United States
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 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 Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Hallertau Tradition
GrassyNectarFruity
Property
| Property | Saaz (US) | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–4.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 9–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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