Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Taiheke
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
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
CitrusTropicalLemonLimeFloral
Only in Taiheke
GrapefruitSpicy
Only in Motueka
Mojito
Property
| Property | Taiheke | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 12–13% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Sterling