Riwaka T90 Hop Pellets New Zealand Aroma Hops

Riwaka T90 Hop Pellets New Zealand Aroma Hops

Riwaka is a highly prized New Zealand aroma hop famous for its intense grapefruit, passionfruit and vibrant citrus character. Descended from the traditional Saaz hop, Riwaka delivers a bold, refreshing fruitiness that makes it a favourite among brewers of modern hop-forward beers.

With hints of tropical fruit and pine, Riwaka is particularly well suited to New Zealand pale ales, IPAs, hazy beers and refreshing summer blondes. Its distinctive aroma really shines in late boil additions, whirlpools and dry hopping.

Hop Characteristics

• Origin: New Zealand
• Format: T90 Hop Pellets
• Harvest: 2022
• Alpha Acid: 4.20%
• Aroma & Flavour: Grapefruit, passionfruit, citrus, tropical fruit and pine
• Usage: Late boil, whirlpool and dry hopping
• Beer Styles: Pale Ale, IPA, NEIPA, NZ Pilsner and Blonde Ale

Hop Pairings

Riwaka works beautifully alongside Motueka for fresh lime and citrus notes, or Nelson Sauvin for tropical fruit and white grape complexity. For something a little softer, Rakau brings juicy apricot and stone-fruit character.

Try Riwaka in our Summer Blonde All-Grain Kit

We use Riwaka in our own Summer Blonde all-grain recipe kit, where its refreshing citrus and tropical fruit character helps create a bright, easy-drinking beer. A great way to experience this distinctive New Zealand hop in a complete recipe.

Whether you're brewing a punchy IPA or a refreshing summer ale, Riwaka brings plenty of New Zealand personality to the glass.