Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Archer
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Riwaka
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Archer
ApricotLimeFloralPeach
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruitGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Archer | Riwaka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 67–70% |
| Humulene | 26–30% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Calypso