MouterevsVic Secret
Moutere and Vic Secret are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Moutere
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
New Zealand
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Moutere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Vic Secret
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalPassion fruitEarthyPine
Only in Moutere
GrapefruitHay
Only in Vic Secret
PineappleHerbal
Property
| Property | Moutere | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17.5–19.5% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.9 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–23% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 15–16% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |