Riwaka - Hopslist

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.

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Also Known As	D Saaz
Characteristics	Notes of grapefruit and kumquat
Purpose	Aroma
Alpha Acid Composition	4.5%-6.5%
Beta Acid Composition	4%-5%
Co-Humulone Composition	29%-36%
Country	New Zealand
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Cone Density	Loose
Seasonal Maturity	Early
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Total Oil Composition	0.8 mL/100g
Myrcene Oil Composition	68%
Humulene Oil Composition	9%
Caryophyllene Oil	4%
Farnesene Oil	1%
Substitutes	Saaz
Style Guide	India Pale Ale, Pilsner, American Pale Ale