Rakau hops are suitable for use both as bittering and aroma. Developed as a true dual purpose variety typically with alpha acid above 10% delivers soft bitterness through low levels of Cohumulone less than 25% of alpha acids.
Can be used for multiple additions with late hop character delivering tropical fruit aromas of passionfruit and peach. Quite high levels of oil with an H/C ratio typical of classical aroma varieties.
This variety has a lot of typical New Zealand fruity character so would be best suited to new world styles of ale and lager as as Pales and big IPA's.
Available by Special Order, not held in stock (SOH does not reflect physical qty available)
As this product is does not have a high demand, we no longer hold it in stock as they have a limited shelf life/best before date. We understand that this may be frustrating, but we want to ensure that we have the freshest product available whilst maintaining competitive prices.
It is usually available within 2-3 days from our NZ supplier.
Please call us on 022 8077750 or e-mail info@nzbrewingsupplies.co.nz for updated pricing and availability.