Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Rakau
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mistral
CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricotPineResin
Property
| Property | Mistral | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 4–5% |
| Origin | France | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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