Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
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 Elixir
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
CitrusSpicy
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwood
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitPeachApricotLimeMandarin
Property
| Property | Elixir | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | France | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |