McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 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 McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonFloral
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDank
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeTropical
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 47–48% |
| Humulene | - | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |