Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
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 Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Riwaka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Riwaka
Passion fruitGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Elixir | Riwaka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 67–70% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 2–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Calypso