Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonFloral
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPeachPineappleCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Motueka | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 3–5% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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