Also Known As | Czech Saaz, Saazer, Czech Saazer | Characteristics | Noble, herbal character | Purpose | Aroma | Alpha Acid Composition | 2.5%-4.5% | Beta Acid Composition | 4%-6% | Co-Humulone Composition | 23%-28% | Country | Czechia | Cone Size | Small to medium | Cone Density | Loose to moderate | Seasonal Maturity | Mid | Yield Amount | 800-1200 kg/hectare (714-1071 lbs/acre) | Growth Rate | Moderate | Resistant to | | Susceptible to | Susceptible to downy mildew, powdery mildew and wilt | Storability | Retains 45%-55% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20ºC (68ºF) | Ease of Harvest | Moderate | Total Oil Composition | 0.4-0.8 mL/100g | Myrcene Oil Composition | 25%-40% | Humulene Oil Composition | 15%-30% | Caryophyllene Oil | 6%-9% | Farnesene Oil | 14%-20% | Substitutes | Saaz (US), Sterling, Lubelska-Pulawy, Moteuka, Centennial, Amarillo® | Style Guide | Lager, Pilsner |
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