MotuekavsSouthern Aroma
Motueka (dual purpose) and Southern Aroma (aroma) 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
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Only in Southern Aroma
HayHerbalStrawNobleBlack currant
Property
| Property | Motueka | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Sterling