Aroma Evaluation

Aroma Specification
Fresh lime, lemon zest, mojito, citrus

Genetic Origin
Released in 1998 from Hort Research, bred from a cross between Saaz and a NZ breeding selection. Initially called Belgian Saaz, now abbreviated to 'B' Saaz

Agronomic Aspects
Growing
Yield (kg/ha)	1,900 - 2,100
Main Growing Country	New Zealand

Chemical Ingredients
Bitter Components
Alpha-Acid %	6.5 - 8.5
Beta-Acid %	5.5 - 7.0
Co-Humulone % rel.	27 - 30
Aroma Components
Total Oils (ml/100g)	1.0 - 1.8
Beta-Caryophyllene: Humulene	1.10 - 1.25
Farnesene % of total Oil	12.50 - 13.20
Linalool % of total Oil	0.5 - 1.0