RiwakavsSpalter Select
Riwaka and Spalter Select are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalter Select
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruitGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | 20–40% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–22% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Calypso