Pellets Hops Riwaka 5kg

Summary :

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

Aroma Profile :

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 typical aromatic expression 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%.

Quantity of oil (ml/100g)

0.8-1.5

Composed of :

Myrcene : 67%-70% Caryophyllene : 2.0%-70% Caryophyllene : 2.0

Caryophyllene: 2.0%-6.0%.

Farnesene: 0.0%-1.0%.

Humulene: 8.0-10%.

Selinene: 17.9%.

Styles :

IPA, Hazy IPA, Pale Ale, Lager.

Substitutes :

Riwaka hops are unique, it will be difficult to substitute them with a single variety. We recommend a 50/50 blend of Saaz-Citra or Saaz-Motueka.