HersbruckervsWakatu
Hersbrucker (aroma) and Wakatu (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Wakatu
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 Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Wakatu
- 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
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Only in Wakatu
FloralLimeTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–7% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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