EroicavsWakatu

Eroica (bittering) and Wakatu (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

Wakatu

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–8.5%

Beta acid

8–8.5%

Total oil

0.9–1.2 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Wakatu

  • 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 Wakatu

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Property

PropertyEroicaWakatu
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%6.5–8.5%
Beta acid3–5.3%8–8.5%
Co-humulone40%28–30%
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL0.9–1.2 mL
Myrcene55–65%35–36%
Humulene0–1%16–17%
Caryophyllene7–13%8–9%
Farnesene0–1%6–7%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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