Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
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 Hydra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
CitrusLimeTropical
Only in Hydra
TangerineMandarinZestResinBerryPeachWatermelonRoseApricot
Only in Motueka
MojitoLemonFloral
Property
| Property | Hydra | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |