Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralLemon
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedar
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeTropical
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |