SabrovsTalus

Sabro and Talus are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sabro

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Talus

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTropicalStone fruitCream

Only in Sabro

TangerineCoconutCedarMintHerbal

Only in Talus

GrapefruitRosePineResinSagePotpourriFloralWoody

Property

PropertySabroTalus
Alpha acid12–17%8.1–9.5%
Beta acid4–7%8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone20–24%34–39%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene50–68%40–50%
Humulene7–14%16–21%
Caryophyllene7–11%9–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma