Sylva Hops
AromaAlpha 4.6 - 7.0%Australia
Flavor & aroma
Sylva is a sophisticated Australian aroma variety that perfectly bridges the gap between Old World tradition and New World viticulture. Bred in 1997 by Hop Products Australia, Sylva was developed from the prestigious Saaz lineage. The mission was clear: provide brewers with a Southern Hemisphere alternative to the classic "Noble" hops of Europe that could thrive in the unique Australian climate.
While many Australian varieties are famous for aggressive, "in-your-face" tropical fruit, Sylva is prized for its restraint and architectural elegance. It possesses a sturdier agronomic profile than its Czech cousins, making it a reliable and consistent choice for brewers who demand the delicate aromatics of a traditional landrace hop but with the freshness and vitality of modern Australian-grown cultivars.
Looking for an alternative?
Run Sylva through our Hop Substitutor to find chemical and flavor matches ranked for your brewing goal.
If you can't find Sylva, the best alternatives are Hallertau, Helga, Saaz, Sterling, or Tettnanger.
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At A Glance
| Profile | Herbal, Fresh Forest Floor, Dried Wildflowers, Floral, Green Tea |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Aroma |
| Alpha Acid | 4.6 - 7.0% |
| Substitutes | Hallertau, Helga, Saaz, Sterling, Tettnanger |
| Pairs with | Helga (for a full Australian Noble profile), Saaz (to deepen the earthy spice), Sterling (for a modern American-Noble hybrid blend) |
| Beer Styles | Pilsner, Lager, Wheat Beer, Kölsch, Belgian Ale |
Genetics & family tree
Curated parent and offspring links for Sylva. View Sylva family tree & lineage chart → Recipe swaps are on the Hop Substitutor.
General Information
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Aliases | Southern Saaz, Silva, AU Sylva, Australian Sylva |
| Storage Stability | gOOD |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 4.6 - 7.0% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 3.0 - 4.6% |
| Cohumulone | 20.0 - 25.0% |
| Total Oil | 1.0 - 1.4 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 30.0 - 45.0%% |
| Humulene | 25.0 - 35.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 8.0 - 12.0% |
| Farnesene | 1.0 - 3.0% |
| Linalool | 0.4 - 0.6% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | Moderate to high |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Mid-season |
| Growth Rate | High |
| Cones | Small to medium-sized, oval, and moderately compact |
| Ease of Harvest | Good; the bines are manageable and the cones are resilient during mechanical picking |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Medium green |
| Side Arm Length | 15" - 25" |
- 2026-03-24 00:48:01
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