RiwakavsStyrian Dragon
Riwaka and Styrian Dragon 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
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Riwaka
Passion fruit
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralLemonBerryRose
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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