Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 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 Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Motueka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusLemon
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicate
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeTropical
Property
| Property | Liberty | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |