Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- 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
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Herkules
Melon
Property
| Property | Waimea | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Warrior