Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Wai-iti
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Hydra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarin
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitSpicy
Only in Hydra
TangerineZestResinBerryWatermelonRoseTropical
Property
| Property | Wai-iti | Hydra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–3.5% | 10.5–13.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 6.4–7.9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1.4–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 2–4% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 27–29% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |