Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Cascade
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4.8–7.5%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Cascade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrus
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruit
Only in Cascade
FloralSpicyPine
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.8–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 8–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | 3–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–9% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |