Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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 Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Property
| Property | Summer | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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