Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Taiheke
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ultra
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Taiheke
CitrusTropicalGrapefruitLemonLimeSpicy
Only in Ultra
MildPleasant
Property
| Property | Taiheke | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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