Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Sabro
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Merkur
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMint
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarCreamHerbal
Only in Merkur
SugarPineappleEarthy
Property
| Property | Sabro | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.5 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–68% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 7–14% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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