Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Motueka | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 4–7% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Fuggle
Sterling