TaihekevsSorachi Ace
Taiheke and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Taiheke
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLemon
Only in Taiheke
TropicalGrapefruitLimeFloralSpicy
Only in Sorachi Ace
DillWoodyTobaccoHerbal
Property
| Property | Taiheke | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 2–5% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |