Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Rakau
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricotPineResin
Property
| Property | Elixir | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–5% |
| Origin | France | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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