MillenniumvsRakau
Millennium (bittering) and Rakau (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Rakau
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Resin
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralHerbal
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricotPine
Property
| Property | Millennium | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–5% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |