Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLemonFloral
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeTropical
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedar
Property
| Property | Motueka | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |