Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mystic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Only in Mystic
Black currantPassion fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Motueka | Mystic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 0% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | UK |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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