Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 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 Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Property
| Property | Delta | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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