Saaz (US)vsWillamette
Saaz (US) (aroma) and Willamette (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
United States
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (US)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Willamette
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Saaz (US)
SlightlyEarthyNoble
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Saaz (US) | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–4.5% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–40% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–13% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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