RakauvsSuper Pride
Rakau and Super Pride 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
Super Pride
Alpha acid
12.5–16.3%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Rakau
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Super Pride
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityResin
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigApricotPine
Only in Super Pride
Mild
Property
| Property | Rakau | Super Pride |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 12.5–16.3% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 25–50% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 3–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–57% | 34–42% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 4–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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