NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick NZH-107
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruitGrapefruit
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Property
| Property | NZH-107 | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.2 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 7–10% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 4–6% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |