Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Caliente
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrusMandarin
Only in Waimea
HerbalTangerine
Only in Caliente
PeachStone fruitLemonZest
Property
| Property | Waimea | Caliente |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | - |
| Humulene | 9–10% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |