Hallertau BlancvsWai-iti
Hallertau Blanc and Wai-iti are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
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 Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitPeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarinSpicy
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma