Wai-itivsHallertau Tradition
Wai-iti and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Wai-iti
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitPeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarinSpicy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Wai-iti | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–3.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.4–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 2–4% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 27–29% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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