Sylva Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Saaz lineage grant Sylva perfect suitability for lagers and pilsners. Bred in 1997 by Hop Products Australia.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Sylva, the best alternatives are Hallertau, Helga, or Saaz.

At A Glance

Profile Subtle herbal and floral notes with distinct wood.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 4.6 - 7.0%
Substitutes Hallertau, Helga, Saaz
Beer Styles ESB, Pilsner, Helles, Marzen

General Information

Country Australia
Aliases Southern Saaz, Silva, AU Sylva, Australian Sylva

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 26.0 - 36.0%
Humulene 18.0 - 27.0%
Caryophyllene 5.0 - 8.0%
Farnesene 22.0 - 28.0%

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Floral Herbal Wood
Variety Name
Hallertau Helga Saaz
Beer Style
Extra Special Bitter Helles Marzen Pilsner
Usage
Dual: Aroma And Bittering
Origin
Australia
Last Updated
  • 2021-12-01 12:39:23
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.