WakatuvsEroica

Wakatu (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Wakatu

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–8.5%

Beta acid

8–8.5%

Total oil

0.9–1.2 mL

New Zealand

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Wakatu

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Wakatu

FloralLimeTropicalZest

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyWakatuEroica
Alpha acid6.5–8.5%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid8–8.5%3–5.3%
Co-humulone28–30%40%
Total oil0.9–1.2 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene35–36%55–65%
Humulene16–17%0–1%
Caryophyllene8–9%7–13%
Farnesene6–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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