Southern TropicvsMotueka
Southern Tropic (bittering) and Motueka (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Southern Tropic
MelonTroicalGuavaButterscotchLemongrassCoconutPungentPineappleBubblegum
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Property
| Property | Southern Tropic | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.6–18.1% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6.5% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–46% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 14–40% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–14% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 8–11% | 12–13% |
| Origin | South Africa | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Sterling