MotuekavsSorachi Ace
Motueka and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLemon
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeTropicalFloral
Only in Sorachi Ace
DillWoodyTobaccoHerbal
Property
| Property | Motueka | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 2–5% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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