Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wakatu
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeTropicalFloral
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLemon
Only in Wakatu
Zest
Property
| Property | Motueka | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–35% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 3–4% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–3% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 12–13% | 6–7% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Sterling