Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Sládek
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sládek
NobleFruityPeachPassion fruitGrapefruit
Only in Waimea
PineCitrusMandarinHerbalTangerine
Property
| Property | Sládek | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–9% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 4–11% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–40% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–50% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 20–40% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–6% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |