Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Wai-iti
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Caliente
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruitPeachCitrusMandarin
Only in Wai-iti
ApricotLimeSpicy
Only in Caliente
PineLemonZest
Property
| Property | Wai-iti | Caliente |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–3.5% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4.3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 2–4% | - |
| Humulene | 27–29% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |