Multihead
Alpha acid
3.5–4.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Multihead
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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 Multihead
TropicalPeach
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Property
| Property | Multihead | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–4.5% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 45% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–49% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | - | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–6% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |