MotuekavsPacific Gem
Motueka (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- 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
Floral
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Property
| Property | Motueka | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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