Saaz Hops - German Grown T-90 Pellets

Enhance Your Brews with the Classic Noble Aroma of Saaz Hops

Saaz Hops are a legendary noble hop variety, prized for their delicate spice, herbal complexity, and floral character. German grown Saaz offers brewers a refined aroma profile, perfect for traditional lagers, pilsners, and European-style ales. With its balanced bitterness and smooth, elegant finish, Saaz remains a staple for crafting crisp, refreshing beers.

Flavor and Aroma Profile

Saaz Hops provide a classic noble hop aroma:

• Spicy: Gentle peppery spice adds complexity.
• Herbal: Subtle earthy and grassy notes create depth.
• Floral: Soft floral undertones provide balance.

Brewing Applications

Saaz Hops are ideal for aromatic and flavor-forward brewing:

• Aroma and Flavor Additions: Used in late boil or whirlpool to emphasize herbal and floral character.
• Bittering: Low alpha acid (3.0% – 5.0%) provides a mild, balanced bitterness.
• Dry Hopping: Adds delicate noble hop aromatics to pilsners and light ales.

Specifications

• Origin: Germany
• Hop Form: T-90 Pellets
• Alpha Acid: 3.0% – 5.0%
• Beta Acid: 3.0% – 4.5%
• Total Oils: 0.4 – 1.0 mL/100g
• Flavor Notes: Spicy, herbal, floral, earthy
• Common Styles: Pilsners, Lagers, Wheat Beers, Belgian Ales, Kölsch

Why Choose Saaz Hops?

Saaz Hops provide the signature noble hop character, making them essential for authentic lagers and European-style ales. Their mild spice, floral complexity, and soft bitterness create a well-rounded hop profile. At SoCal Brewing Supply, we vacuum-seal all hops in UV-blocking, oxygen-barrier mylar bags and store them in temperature-controlled environments to maintain peak freshness.

Packaging and Storage

Saaz Hops are available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes, vacuum-sealed for maximum freshness. Store in a refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.