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Hop Rakau Organic (NZ) pellets in 5 kg(11LB) bag
$351.61
Hop Rakau Organic (NZ) in pellets T90 in 5 kg bag - A new and relatively unknown hop variety that is a unique offering from New Zealand. Bursting
with a lot of the typical New Zealand fruity character with tropical aroma highlights of
passionfruit, mango, and peach. An excellent hop for late hop additions where a prominent hop
character is desired in beers such as Pale Ales, ESB, and IPA's. Developed as a dual purpose hop
delivering "soft" bitterness.
Hop Rakau Organic (NZ) in pellets T90 in 5 kg bag
ORIGIN / HISTORY
It was recently released as result of the dedicated work of Dr Ron Beatson’s research team.
AGRONOMICS
Rakau enjoys the relatively disease free environment of New Zealand, and has not been
associated with any mildews or fungus.
ACID COMPONENTS
Alpha Acids 10.8– 18.6 % w/w
Beta Acids 3.4 – 4.6 % w/w
Cohumulone 25.0 – 26.1 % w/w
OIL COMPONENTS
Total Oil 1.2 - 2.1 mls/100 grams
Caryophyllene 5.2 – 5.7 % of whole oil
Humulene 16.3 – 18.7 % of whole oil
Myrcene 53.8 – 56.0 % of whole oil
Farnesene 4.5 – 4.6 % of whole oil
Possible substitutions: Admiral, Amarillo, Summit
MDCH040
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Hop Rakau Organic (NZ) in pellets T90 in 5 kg bag - A new and relatively unknown hop variety that is a unique offering from New Zealand. Bursting
with a lot of the typical New Zealand fruity character with tropical aroma highlights of
passionfruit, mango, and peach. An excellent hop for late hop additions where a prominent hop
character is desired in beers such as Pale Ales, ESB, and IPA's. Developed as a dual purpose hop
delivering "soft" bitterness.