Developed by the New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research hop breeding program and released in 1988, as Hallertau Aroma, Wakatu was renamed in 2011. It is a triplod variety with two thirds Hallertau Mittelfrüh parentage. Wakatu is a well rounded variety with strong, fresh citrus characteristics and some bittering capabilities.
Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors include restrained floral notes and freshly zested lime.
Alpha Acid 6.5 - 8.5%
Beta Acid 8.4 - 8.6%
Co-humulone 28 - 30%
Total Oil 0.9 - 1.1 mL/100g
Myrcene 35 - 36% of total oil
Caryophyllene 8.1 - 8.3% of total oil
Farnesene 6.6 - 6.8% of total oil
Humulene 16.7 - 16.9% of total oil
All our hops are vacuum sealed in foil bags to preserve the best flavour and aroma. Our hops are refrigerated while in storage.