EroicavsWaimea

Eroica (bittering) and Waimea (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Waimea

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–19%

Beta acid

7–9%

Total oil

1.8–2.3 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Waimea

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Eroica

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Only in Waimea

PineCitrusMandarinHerbalTangerine

Property

PropertyEroicaWaimea
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%14.5–19%
Beta acid3–5.3%7–9%
Co-humulone40%22–24%
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL1.8–2.3 mL
Myrcene55–65%59–61%
Humulene0–1%9–10%
Caryophyllene7–13%2–3%
Farnesene0–1%4–6%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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