X13459vsRiwaka

X13459 and Riwaka are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Riwaka

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick X13459

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Riwaka

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalCitrus

Only in X13459

FloralPeachStrawberry

Only in Riwaka

Passion fruitGrapefruit

Property

PropertyX13459Riwaka
Alpha acid3–5.5%4.5–6.5%
Beta acid4–5%4–5%
Co-humulone21–24%29–38%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene-67–70%
Humulene-8–10%
Caryophyllene-2–6%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeAromaAroma

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