Released in 2002, this German hop has one of the lowest alpha acid contents in the world so it is always used as an aroma hop. It has a citrus and tangerine aroma with a hint of spice. Saphir works great in Belgian Ales, Wheats, and Witbiers.
Hop Statistics:
Alpha Acids:2 –3%
Beta Acids: 4 – 7%
Alpha-Beta Ratio:0.29 – 0.75
Cohumulone:(% of alpha acids): 12 – 17%
Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried:0.8 – 1.4
Similar Hop Varieties:Chinook, Magnum, Galena