Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Samba
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonFloral
Only in Samba
PineappleMangoStone fruitCandyOrange
Property
| Property | Motueka | Samba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | - |
| Humulene | 3–4% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |