Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
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 Astra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Wai-iti
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Peach
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetWhiteMelonGrassyGrapefruitHoney
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitApricotCitrusLimeMandarinSpicy
Property
| Property | Astra | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–14% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |