{"product_id":"saaz-hops-1","title":"Saaz","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFloral and spicy with herbal notes and a touch of earthiness. Often described as woody or resinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Lives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral \u0026amp; Herbal (primary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy \u0026amp; Earthy (secondary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorytime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSaaz is one of the original noble hops and comes from the Žatec (Saaz) region of Czechia. It’s been used for centuries and is most famous as the signature hop in Czech Pilsner. It brings a classic floral, spicy, and herbal character with a light earthy quality. While it doesn’t have the big tropical fruit of modern hops, it has a refined, balanced profile that has made it a staple in traditional lagers for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha Acids:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 – 4.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 – 0.8 mL\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Czechia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Substitutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spalt or Hallertau Mittelfrüh (in some recipes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/yakimavalleyhops.com\/products\/saaz-hop-pellets\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMore tech specs here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSaaz is mainly used for aroma, though it can contribute some bitterness in lighter beers. It performs especially well in late boil and whirlpool additions, where it adds its signature floral, spicy, and herbal notes. Because it’s relatively delicate, it shines brightest in styles that don’t overpower it — think Czech Pilsner, other lagers, and more traditional or balanced beers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUncommon as a dry hop, but 1–2.5 oz total in 5 gallons is usually plenty. It doesn’t need heavy rates, and going too hard can make the herbal and earthy notes feel a bit rough. It tends to work best when used with restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBrew day tip: It’s the classic choice for Czech-style Pilsners, but it can also add nice floral and spicy complexity to more modern lagers or lighter IPAs when used alongside fruitier hops.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42575976464469,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/doubledank.beer\/products\/saaz-hops-1","provider":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}