Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropical
Only in Chelan
FruityMild
Property
| Property | Motueka | Chelan |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 8.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 12–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |