El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 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 El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in El Dorado
FruityPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonFloral
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |