SabrovsWurttemberg
Sabro and Wurttemberg are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wurttemberg
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeFloralPineOreganoWoody
Property
| Property | Sabro | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | - |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.5 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–68% | - |
| Humulene | 7–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |