Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Nectaron
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4.5–5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Nectaron
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonFloral
Only in Nectaron
PineapplePassion fruitPeachGrapefruitNectar
Property
| Property | Motueka | Nectaron |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 9.5–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 4.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 26–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Citra