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Saaz System

Origin
CZ
Also known as
Saazer
Uses
Aroma
Description
The classical noble aroma hop with long and strong traditions. Associated with the renowned Pilsner lager.
Aroma
Very mild with pleasant hoppy notes
Styles
Pilsner, Lagers, Belgian-Style Ales, Lambic, Bitter
Noble?
Yes
Typical AA
3.75%
Storagability
50% AA remaining after 6 months at 20°C
Substitutes
Saaz, Sterling or Lublin
Used in
7 Recipes
Top Styles
2 x 6A Cream Ale, 2 x 3B Oktoberfest/Märzen, 1 x 16B Belgian Pale Ale, 1 x 1E Dortmunder Export and 1 x 2A German Pilsner (Pils)
Alpha Acid
3.0-4.5%
Beta Acid
3.0-4.5%
Cohumulone
24.0-28.0%
Humulene
40.0-45.0%
Caryphyllene
10.0-12.0%
Farnesene
11.0-15.0%
Myrcene
20.0-25.0%
Total Oil
0.4-0.7%