Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Citra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Riwaka
Tropical
Only in Citra
PeachMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |