Developed by the New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research hop
breeding program and released in 2011, Wai-iti is a granddaughter of Liberty
and is derived from 1/3 Hallertau MIttelfrüh. Fresh peaches and stone fruit
dominate the aroma in single hopped beers and when combining with other
varieties in late additions. Wai-iti is best known for its fruity, aroma-driven
results.
Aroma: Specific aroma descriptors
include fresh peaches and apricot characteristics; freshly squeezed limes with
top notes of mixed citrus and spice.
