Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 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 Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonFloral
Property
| Property | Sabro | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.5 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–68% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 7–14% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |