Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saphir
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ultra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Saphir
SpicyFruityTangerine
Only in Ultra
MildPleasant
Property
| Property | Saphir | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–4.5% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 12–17% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.4 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |