Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 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 Wakatu
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralLimeTropical
Only in Wakatu
Zest
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLemon
Property
| Property | Wakatu | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 8–8.5% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–30% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.2 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–36% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 12–13% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Sterling