HOPS RIWAKA PELLETS

Riwaka hops

Considered to be one of the darling hops of the New Zealand craft beer scene, Riwaka’s abundant oil content is nearly twice that of its parent variety Saaz. This unique oil balance alongside a near 1:1 ratio of alpha to beta acids gives it a strong sweet citrus note that, according to one brewer, makes it the “ultimate” for hoppy beers. Riwaka, formerly known as D Saaz, is a product of HortResearch’s New Zealand Hops “hops with a difference” program and was officially released to the brewing world in 1997.

Style Guide

India Pale Ale, Pilsner, American Pale Ale

Hop Statistics

• Alpha Acids: 4.5 – 6.5%
• Beta Acids: 4.0 – 5.0%
• Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 29 – 36%
• Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 0.8
• Storage(% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 20° C): NA

Similar Hop Varieties

Northern Brewer, Saaz

• Storability Excellent
• Format Pellet
• Origin German
• Flavour and Aroma Floral, Spicy
• Alpha Acids Average
• Use Dual Purpose
• Total Oil Content Average