Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Only in Petoskey
PungentPineapple
Property
| Property | Motueka | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | - |
| Humulene | 3–4% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |