Hop: Wakatu
Description
Wakatu was developed by HortResearch's New Zealand Hop Research Program in an attempt to breed a new aroma hop. Bred from femail Hallertau and male New Zealand variety and released in 1988.
High myrcene levels contribute lime flavor. Named for the Maori name for Nelson, Whakatu.
General Information
| Aliases | Hallertau Aroma, New Zealand Wakatu, Hal Aroma |
| Profile | Citrus (lime), sweet, clover, hay, honey, orange blossom |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Substitutes | Hallertau |
| Purpose | Dual: Aroma and Bittering |
Acids
| Alpha Acid | 6.5 - 8.5% |
| Beta Acid | 8.4 - 8.6% |
| Cohumulone | 28.0 - 33.0% |
Oils
| Total Oil | 0.9 - 1.1 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 35.0 - 36.0% |
| Humulene | 16.7 - 16.9% |
| Caryophyllene | 8.1 - 8.3% |
| Farnesene | 6.6 - 6.8% |
Additional Characteristics
| Maturity | Middle |
Fact Sheet(s)
Last Updated
- 2021-01-12 09:20:20 (Added: 2021-01-12 09:20:20)
Source(s)
Did you know?
- Dwarf variety hops grow shorter in height than traditional varieties but, importantly, produce the same yield. This combination makes harvest easier.
Explanations
- Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
- Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.
Useful Links
- Hop Replacement Calculator - might be a bit outdated but useful for hops pre-2015.