Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrus
Only in Waimea
MandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisLimeLemonDank
Property
| Property | Waimea | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |