Styrian CardinalvsRiwaka
Styrian Cardinal and Riwaka are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Riwaka
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Riwaka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Styrian Cardinal
GooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Riwaka
TropicalPassion fruitGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Riwaka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 67–70% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 2–6% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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