Saphir Hops

Description

Flavor Profile: Juniper, Bergamot, Strawberry and Tea

Alpha: Low Intensity: Mild

Country of Origin: Germany

Saphir Hops

German Saphir Hop Profile

Released in 2002 by the Hüll Hop Research Center, Saphir is a low-alpha (2-4.5%), noble-like variety with an edge of spice and fruit. More pronounced than its fellow German varieties, Saphir has a complex blend of juniper, lemongrass, bergamot, strawberry and black tea. These characteristics shine in dry-hopping traditional German lagers, pilsners, Kölsch, hefeweizens, and Belgian-style ales.

2024 Saphir Stats: Lot: 24-V103045 Alpha Acids: 2.9% Saphir aroma: Juniper, lemongrass, bergamot, strawberry, and black tea

Saphir Analytical Data

PedigreeBred at Hop Research Center in Hüll GermanyAlpha Acids2.0 – 4.5 %Beta Acids4.0 – 7.0 %Cuhomulone (% of AA)12.0 – 17.0 %Total Oils0.8 – 1.4 ml/100gMyrcene (% of total oil)25.0 – 40.0 %Caryophyllene (% of total oil)9.0 – 14.0 %Farnesene (% of total oil)< 1.0 %Humulene (% of total oil)20.0 - 30.0