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Riwaka

Aroma Hop

Riwaka was developed by New Zealand's hop breeding program from Saaz-derived material and is prized for unusually concentrated aroma. Riwaka is primarily valued as an aroma hop, with late and finishing additions preserving its most distinctive character.

Alpha Acids11.5-13.5 %
Beta Acids3.2-3.9 %
Total Oil1-1.5 mL
OriginNZ

Variety Details

Riwaka delivers pungent pink grapefruit and other citrus with passionfruit, tropical fruit and subtle herbal notes. Its moderate alpha acids allow flavor use, but the variety is most valuable in late-kettle, whirlpool and dry-hop additions. It is a standout in pale ale, IPA, pilsner, saison and single-hop beers where intense citrus is the goal.

Beers and Pellets were evaluated using our Sensory Plus™ Trained Panel. Beers were dry hopped in a standard 2-Row Pale Ale at 2lb/barrel for 72 hours.

Dominant Characteristics

  • Sweet Fruit
  • Citrus

Analytical Data

Alpha Acids (%)*11.5-13.5
Beta Acids (%)3.2-3.9
Total Oil (mL/g)1-1.5
Myrcene (%)47-53
Humulene (%)13-16
Caryophyllene (%)5-8
Farnesene (%)0
Linalool (%)–
Cohumulone (%)–

*Oil composition determined by Gas Chromatography (ASBC Hops-17, EBC 7.1.2)

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Style Recommendations

  • IPA
  • Pale Ale
  • Pilsner
  • Saison
  • Hazy IPA

Available Formats

T90 Pellets

T-90 PELLETS

The standard for traditional dry hopping. T-90 pellets deliver consistent bitterness, flavor, and aroma while remaining easy to store, and brew with.

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