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 Hallertauer Mittelfrüher parentage. Wakatu is a well-rounded variety with strong, fresh citrus characteristics and some bittering capabilities.

Applications

A versatile hop across several brewery applications and beer styles. Wakatu is a real standout when used in multiple, high addition rates in ales or to temper the sweetness of a full malt lager.

Breeding

Released by New Zealand's Plant & Food Research in 1988 as New Zealand Hallertau Aroma, this triploid has a parentage of two-thirds Mittlefruh and open pollination by a New Zealand-derived male. Renamed Wakatu Brand 77-05 in 2011.

Brewing

Wakatu 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.

Flavor & Aroma Profile

Wakatu is a dual-purpose hop that can be used in all hop additions throughout brewing. Wakatu has a pronounced earthy-sweet floral Hallertau character underscored by tropical fruit notes. Other specific aroma descriptors include restrained floral notes and freshly zested lime.

Beer Styles

Belgian Ale, Lager, Pale Ale & Pilsner.

Specifications:

Purpose: Dual
Alpha Acid: 5.0-8.5%
Beta Acid: 7.5-8.5%
Co-Humulone: 28-32%
Total Oil: 0.8-1.5%
Country: New Zealand

Hops Attributes
Country	New Zealand
Harvest Year	2022
Alpha Acid	5.6
Alpha Acid Range	5 - 10

Delivery from Get Er Brewed

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Weight Limits:

The weight limit is 30kg for DPD and 70kg for DHL, either by volumetric or actual, whichever is greater. (Remember, a large packing box weighs 1kg of that total weight).

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Category

Wakatu T90 Hop (New Zealand)

Available Options

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