Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
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
When to pick Northdown
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Waimea
CitrusMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Northdown
FloralCedarBerrySpicy
Property
| Property | Waimea | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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