Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Target
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Property
| Property | Waimea | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–19% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.3 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Willamette