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Saaz US
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About
Despite exhibiting a low yield, Saaz (US) is a popular commercial aroma variety and is used in many US beers today. Bred from the original centuries-old Czech Saaz variety, it carries the same noble qualities but with some subtle differences. Its flavor and aroma profile is mild, earthen and spicy and its alpha is slightly higher than its Czech twin. Saaz (US) is primarily used in Lagers and Pilsners.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
MildEarthySpicyHerbalPleasantNobleSlightly Spicy
Recommended Beer Styles
LagerPilsner
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
25-37%
Humulene
23-40%
Caryophyllene
7-11%
Farnesene
9-13%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid3.0 - 4.5%
Beta Acid3.0 - 4.5%
Co-Humulone24-28%
Technical Details
Total Oil0.5-1 mL/100g
HSI0.5
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool
StorabilityRetains 45%-55% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)