Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Only in Tillicum
Stone fruit
Property
| Property | Motueka | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |