MouterevsIdaho 7

Moutere (dual purpose) and Idaho 7 (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Moutere

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

17.5–19.5%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–1.9 mL

New Zealand

Idaho 7

Aroma

Alpha acid

9.5–14.9%

Beta acid

3.5–5%

Total oil

1–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Moutere

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Idaho 7

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalGrapefruitEarthyPine

Only in Moutere

Passion fruitHay

Only in Idaho 7

Black currantCitrusApricotOrangePapayaResinFloralBlack currant

Property

PropertyMoutereIdaho 7
Alpha acid17.5–19.5%9.5–14.9%
Beta acid8–10%3.5–5%
Co-humulone24–28%30–40%
Total oil1.5–1.9 mL1–2 mL
Myrcene22–23%45–55%
Humulene15–16%10–20%
Caryophyllene5–6%6–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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