Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruit
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |