So I was researching hop types and came across a new type called Saphir. There wasn't a lot of information about them though. Has anyone used Saphir hops before? What kind of profile do they leave? What beers are they good for?
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Saphir hops are not exactly new.
Saphir was developed at the Hop Research Center in Huell, Germany, and was released in 2002.
It is starting to replace the Hallertau Mittlefruh variety which has become more and more susceptible to disease and pests. Shares many of the Hallertau Mittlefruh characteristics and with a low alpha acid content is very well suited as an aroma hop for the finest European style lagers. The Saphir is a true jewel in the noble hop family and has a refined aroma and a mild flavor. This hop is distinguished by a sweet and clean citrus aroma that has a hint of tangerine. Try this in your finest German lagers, Pilsners, Belgian White, or even an English mild ale.
I have used it along with and in place of Hallertau in a Blonde Ale. VERY nice Noble hop aroma and flavor.
Saphir was developed at the Hop Research Center in Huell, Germany, and was released in 2002.
It is starting to replace the Hallertau Mittlefruh variety which has become more and more susceptible to disease and pests. Shares many of the Hallertau Mittlefruh characteristics and with a low alpha acid content is very well suited as an aroma hop for the finest European style lagers. The Saphir is a true jewel in the noble hop family and has a refined aroma and a mild flavor. This hop is distinguished by a sweet and clean citrus aroma that has a hint of tangerine. Try this in your finest German lagers, Pilsners, Belgian White, or even an English mild ale.
I have used it along with and in place of Hallertau in a Blonde Ale. VERY nice Noble hop aroma and flavor.
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