Saaz (US)vsHersbrucker
Saaz (US) and Hersbrucker 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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Saaz (US)
SlightlyEarthy
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Saaz (US) | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–4.5% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 9–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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