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Motueka
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About
Lively and lifted lemon and lime notes followed by a background impression of tropical fruits, Motueka offers a unique aroma and flavour. Desirable in dual purpose applications due to its relatively high alpha, the variety is an excellent hop in many applications from first kettle additions through to late gift.
Origin
Bred by crossing a New Zealand breeding selection with Saazer parentage, MotuekaTM was developed by New Zealand's HortResearch and was bred for its dual purpose application, balanced bitterness and new world 'noble' type aroma.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
FloralLemonLimeCitrusMojitoTropicalTropical Fruit And Citrus
Recommended Beer Styles
European AleEnglish AleDark LagerPilsnerBelgian AlesLagerMaibockAles
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
47.7-48%
Humulene
3.6-4%
Caryophyllene
≥2%
Farnesene
12.2-13%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid6.5 - 8.5%
Beta Acid5.0 - 5.5%
Co-Humulone29-35%
Technical Details
Total Oil0.8- mL/100g
HSI0.35
Flavor Intensity8/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 60%-70% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)