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