Hopunion CBS
US Saaz
Pedigree U.S. equivalent of the Czech landrace variety of the same name.
Maturity Predominantly very early in the U.S.
Yield 650 - 1150 kg./ha. or 600 - 1000 lb./ac.
Growth Habit Difficult to grow in arid climates, however growers are getting better at growing this hop. Can vary greatly in production.
Disease Reaction Some tolerance to downy mildew but prone to virus symptoms of certain conditions.
Pickability Tendancy to shatter if over-ripe
Drying/Baling No problems if picked well
Cone Structure Small tight, fluffy cones
Quality
Luplin Limited amount, pale yellow
Aroma Very mild and pleasant, spicy and earthy
Alpha Acids 3.0 - 4.5% w/w
Beta Acids 3.0 - 4.5% w/w
Co-Humulone 24 - 28% of alpha acids
Storageability 45 - 55% of alpha acids remaining after six (6) months storage at room temperature.
Total Oil 0.5 - 1.0 mls/100 grams
Myrcene 25 - 30% of whole oil
Humulene 35 - 40% of whole oil
Caryphyllene 9 - 11% of whole oil
Farnesene 9 - 13% of whole oil
General Trade Perception Available in small quantities. Aroma is strongly reminiscent of Czech Saaz but not as much acreage grown.
Possible Substitutions Polish Lublin, Czech Saaz
Beer Styles Pilsner, Lager, Wheat
Other Information Difficult to grow in the arid climates of Washington and southern Idaho. Seems to grow well in northern Idaho. There are none grown in Oregon.