Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in Waimea
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Property
| Property | Herkules | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–6% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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