Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Wai-iti
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ApricotCitrusStone fruitPeach
Only in Summer
MelonGrassyPassion fruit
Only in Wai-iti
LimeMandarinSpicy
Property
| Property | Summer | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–14% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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