TalusvsSabro

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

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Talus

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

When to pick Sabro

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTropicalCreamStone fruit

Only in Talus

GrapefruitRosePineResinSagePotpourriFloralWoody

Only in Sabro

TangerineCoconutCedarMintHerbal

Property

PropertyTalusSabro
Alpha acid8.1–9.5%12–17%
Beta acid8.3–10.2%4–7%
Co-humulone34–39%20–24%
Total oil1–2.7 mL1.8–3.5 mL
Myrcene40–50%50–68%
Humulene16–21%7–14%
Caryophyllene9–13%7–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma