TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 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 TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in TNT Blend
FruityGreen
Only in Motueka
MojitoLimeLemonTropicalFloral
Property
| Property | TNT Blend | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.5 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 47–48% |
| Humulene | - | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |