Riwaka hops

Considered one of the favorite hops of the New Zealand Craft-Beer scene, Riwaka is a triploid variety whose mother strain is Saaz. Riwaka is an aromatic hop that is generally only used in end-of-boil, off-flame or Dry Hop additions.

Aromatic profile of Riwaka hops:
Aromatic descriptors for Riwaka hops include passion fruit combined with grapefruit and citrus notes. The Saaz parent variety gives it a subtle floral touch.

This hop combines the aromatic expression typical of New Zealand hops with the very noble side of Saaz.

Composition:

• Alpha acids: 4.5%-6.5
• Beta acids: 4.0%-5.0%
• Cohumulone: 29%-36%.

Oil content (ml/100g): 0.8-1.5 - composed of :

• Myrcene: 67%-70%
• Caryophyllene: 2.0%-6.0
• Farnesene : 0.0%-1.0%
• Humulene: 8.0-10
• Selinene : 17.9%

Favorite beer styles :
Riwaka hops deserve to be highlighted. So don't hesitate to use it in very hoppy styles, IPA or Hazy IPA: treat yourself. Of course, it's equally at home in lighter styles such as pale ale, or even in a good lager.

Possible substitutes :
Because Riwaka hops are unique, it's difficult to substitute them with just one variety. We therefore recommend a 50/50 blend of Saaz-Citra or Saaz-Motueka.