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Wai-iti™ (2-3.5% AA) A fine aroma hop with fresh peaches and apricot characters within a weight of essential oils Breeding: Wai-iti™ Brand HORT7709 is a new hop variety developed by New Zealand Plant and Food Research with release from the New Zealand Hop breeding Programme in 2011. It was selected for its low alpha acid and high oils content. Wai-iti™ is a granddaughter of the USDA developed Liberty, and is a triploid hop derived from 1/3rd Hallertau Mittelfrüeh. Selection: Selectors comment on the intensity of the aromas, attributable for the most part to the high weight of oil and oils to alpha ratio. Freshly squeezed limes with top notes of mixed citrus are the standouts in a heady blend of essential oils. Brewing: Citrus characters apparent in selection step back a little in the finished product to make way for a blend of stone fruits such as fresh peaches and ripe apricot. Low cohumulone and high levels of farnesene create a rounded clean bitterness when used in single...

Waimea™ (16-19 % AA) A big alpha hop that carries an even bigger weight of oils with lots of pine and citrus characters Breeding: Released in 2012 by The New Zealand Institute for Plant & Food Research Limited, Waimea™ Brand HORT3953 is a triploid cultivar that traces its parentage back to ‘Californian Late Cluster’, ‘Saazer’ and ‘Fuggle’. Selection: Fresh tangelo citrus fruit, and pine needle are at first evident during selections, while an outstanding oils profile, high alpha, low cohumlone and excellent agronomic performance make Waimea™ an exciting new world hop. Brewing: Well suited to dual purpose applications throughout from early kettle additions right through to dry hopping. Quality bitterness and aroma abound with fruity citrus and pine characters from this hops big weight of oil. A big hop for big beers. 'A great finisher’ Applications: A new world flavour hop selected for its genuine dual purpose capability in delivery of quality bitterness with unique...

Wakatu™ (6-9% AA) A really fine dual purpose hop with a heady mix of floral and citrus characteristics Breeding: Released by New Zealand's Plant & Food Research in 1988 as New Zealand Hallertau Aroma this triploid has parentage of two thirds Mittlefruh and open pollination by a New Zealand derived male. Renamed Wakatu Brand 77-05 in 2011. Selection: During selections this variety displays an intensity of aromas which selectors describe as fresh citrus akin to freshly zested lime peel. These excellent aroma qualities carry right through from selection to the aroma and flavour profiles in the finished beer. Brewing: A multi-skilled hop that consistently delivers from kettle to consumer. A true dual-purpose variety with an enviable alpha: beta ratio and oils profile. This all-round brewery performer gives excellent flavour and aroma shelf stability both in small pack and keg. "Just a great hop" Applications: A versatile hop across several brewery applications and beer styles. Is a real...

Wakatu™ (6-9% AA) A really fine dual purpose hop with a heady mix of floral and citrus characteristics Breeding: Released by New Zealand's Plant & Food Research in 1988 as New Zealand Hallertau Aroma this triploid has parentage of two thirds Mittlefruh and open pollination by a New Zealand derived male. Renamed Wakatu Brand 77-05 in 2011. Selection: During selections this variety displays an intensity of aromas which selectors describe as fresh citrus akin to freshly zested lime peel. These excellent aroma qualities carry right through from selection to the aroma and flavour profiles in the finished beer. Brewing: A multi-skilled hop that consistently delivers from kettle to consumer. A true dual-purpose variety with an enviable alpha: beta ratio and oils profile. This all-round brewery performer gives excellent flavour and aroma shelf stability both in small pack and keg. "Just a great hop" Applications: A versatile hop across several brewery applications and beer styles. Is a real...

Aurora hops, also known as Super Styrian, is a dual-purpose hop variety that hails from Slovenia. It was first bred in the early 1970s as a cross between Northern Brewer and a wild Slovenian male hop at Hop Research Institute in Zalec Yugoslavia, now Slovenia. The Aurora hops are well-regarded for their versatility, making them a popular choice among homebrewers and professional brewers alike. Aurora hops are known for their unique flavor profile, which combines floral and spicy characteristics with subtle notes of citrus and pine. This hop variety typically has a moderate alpha acid content ranging from 7% to 12%, making it suitable for both bittering and aroma additions in the brewing process. Commonly used in a wide range of beer styles, including pale ales, IPAs, lagers, and Belgian ales, Aurora hops contribute a well-rounded bitterness and a rich, earthy aroma. When utilized in late additions or dry hopping, the distinct floral and spicy notes of Aurora can add depth and...

Aurora hops, also known as Super Styrian, is a dual-purpose hop variety that hails from Slovenia. It was first bred in the early 1970s as a cross between Northern Brewer and a wild Slovenian male hop at Hop Research Institute in Zalec Yugoslavia, now Slovenia. The Aurora hops are well-regarded for their versatility, making them a popular choice among homebrewers and professional brewers alike. Aurora hops are known for their unique flavor profile, which combines floral and spicy characteristics with subtle notes of citrus and pine. This hop variety typically has a moderate alpha acid content ranging from 7% to 12%, making it suitable for both bittering and aroma additions in the brewing process. Commonly used in a wide range of beer styles, including pale ales, IPAs, lagers, and Belgian ales, Aurora hops contribute a well-rounded bitterness and a rich, earthy aroma. When utilized in late additions or dry hopping, the distinct floral and spicy notes of Aurora can add depth and...

Aurora hops, also known as Super Styrian, is a dual-purpose hop variety that hails from Slovenia. It was first bred in the early 1970s as a cross between Northern Brewer and a wild Slovenian male hop at Hop Research Institute in Zalec Yugoslavia, now Slovenia. The Aurora hops are well-regarded for their versatility, making them a popular choice among homebrewers and professional brewers alike. Aurora hops are known for their unique flavor profile, which combines floral and spicy characteristics with subtle notes of citrus and pine. This hop variety typically has a moderate alpha acid content ranging from 7% to 12%, making it suitable for both bittering and aroma additions in the brewing process. Commonly used in a wide range of beer styles, including pale ales, IPAs, lagers, and Belgian ales, Aurora hops contribute a well-rounded bitterness and a rich, earthy aroma. When utilized in late additions or dry hopping, the distinct floral and spicy notes of Aurora can add depth and...

A world-renowned aroma hop with widespread usage in both ale and lager brewing. Known in Slovenia as the Savinja Golding, this variety is the descendant of English Fuggles. Development: A traditional Slovenian hop variety belonging to the Fuggle ecotype. Usage: Aroma Aroma: Delicate, slightly spicy Alpha Acids: 3.0 — 6.3% Beta Acids: 1.8 — 4.1% Co-Humulone: 27 — 33% of alpha acids Total Oil: 0.3 — 1.7 mls/100g Substitutions: US Fuggle, UK Fuggle, Willamette, Styrian Bobek Typical Beer Styles: English and Belgian-style Ales, Lagers, Pilsners

A world-renowned aroma hop with widespread usage in both ale and lager brewing. Known in Slovenia as the Savinja Golding, this variety is the descendant of English Fuggles. Development: A traditional Slovenian hop variety belonging to the Fuggle ecotype. Usage: Aroma Aroma: Delicate, slightly spicy Alpha Acids: 3.0 — 6.3% Beta Acids: 1.8 — 4.1% Co-Humulone: 27 — 33% of alpha acids Total Oil: 0.3 — 1.7 mls/100g Substitutions: US Fuggle, UK Fuggle, Willamette, Styrian Bobek Typical Beer Styles: English and Belgian-style Ales, Lagers, Pilsners