Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 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 Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Property
| Property | Cluster | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |