Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
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 Palisade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruit
Only in Palisade
OrangeYogurtHoneyApricotFloralClean
Only in Riwaka
TropicalGrapefruitCitrus
Property
| Property | Palisade | Riwaka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–10% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–29% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 67–70% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–16% | 2–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |