saaz (us)
 
3-5% alpha acids • domestic • aroma hop

u.s. equivalent of the czech variety, but lacks some of the fine-ness of aroma. the old world steadfast standby made famous by pilsner urquell possesses the aromatic blend of earth and spice notable in european nobles. low bittering value.
 
used for:  pilsners, lagers, wheats, belgian-style ales

aroma: earthy, with a mild spice

substitutes:  czech saaz, polish lublin, sterling, tettnang