Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Sasquatch
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruitGrapefruit
Only in Sasquatch
TangerineLemonFloralOrangeMint
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–9% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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