Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Triumph
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLime
Only in Motueka
MojitoLemonTropicalFloral
Only in Triumph
SpicyPineOrangePeachFruity
Property
| Property | Motueka | Triumph |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |