Saphir

Saphir is a hop variety originating from #Germany and is grown in #Austria #Belgium , and #Germany today. It's usually considered a dual-purpose hop variety.

The flavour and aroma profile of Saphir hops is often described as #Citrus , #Stone Fruit , #Grassy , #Spicy and #Herbal/Tea.

Saphir hops are also referenced as 85/27/20 by the breeder.

IHGC references Saphir hops as SIR or SR and classifies it as a aroma hop variety.

Saphir is protected by national rights in #Germany.

Possible subsititutes for Saphir include #Hallertauer Mittelfrüh , #Hallertauer Tradition and #Spalter Select .

Typical beers brewed with Saphir hops include #Pilsner , #Wheat and #Lager style beers.