Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Riwaka
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tropica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Riwaka
Passion fruitGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarinOrangeDank
Property
| Property | Riwaka | Tropica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 8.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 67–70% | - |
| Humulene | 8–10% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 2–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |