Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cluster
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Property
| Property | Motueka | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |