RakauvsSorachi Ace
Rakau and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Rakau
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricotPineResin
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Rakau | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–57% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 4–5% | 2–5% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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