Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Wai-iti
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ariana
TangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitPeachApricotLimeMandarinSpicy
Property
| Property | Ariana | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | - | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–14% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |