Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Palisade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Motueka
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Palisade
OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Property
| Property | Palisade | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–10% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–29% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–16% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |