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.
