Saaz is a "noble" variety of hops. It was named after the Czech city of Žatec. This hop is used extensively in Bohemia to flavour beer styles such as the Czech pilsner. Saaz hops accounted for more than ²⁄₃ of total 2009 hop production in the Czech Republic.

Alpha Acid: 3.10%
Beer styles: Pilsner, Lager
Similar hops: Sterling, U.S. Saaz, Polish Lublin
Aroma: Earthy, Herbal, Spicy
Purpose: Aroma
Origin: CZ
Crop Year: 2023

Our hops are packed to 500g within or - 3% into a Mylar Vacuum Bag for maximum freshness.