Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tango
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Only in Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicy
Property
| Property | Motueka | Tango |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 7.5–11% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 7.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 2.4–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | - |
| Humulene | 3–4% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Sterling