Vic SecretvsMoutere
Vic Secret and Moutere are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Moutere
Alpha acid
17.5–19.5%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Moutere
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalPinePassion fruitEarthy
Only in Vic Secret
PineappleHerbal
Only in Moutere
GrapefruitHay
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Moutere |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 17.5–19.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 22–23% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 15–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |