Sorachi AcevsWakatu
Sorachi Ace and Wakatu are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wakatu
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoCitrusHerbal
Only in Wakatu
FloralLimeTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Sorachi Ace | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 20–26% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 6–7% |
| Origin | Japan | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |