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Motueka Hops
Motueka™: a versatile New Zealand hop variety developed by crossing a New Zealand breeding selection with Saaz. Known for its distinctive fresh lime and tropical fruit flavors, Motueka™ brings a unique twist to traditional European-style lagers and a wide range of other beer styles. Its balanced alpha acid content and complex oil profile make it suitable for both aroma and bittering applications.
Motueka™ Hops Overview
- Flavors: Fresh lime, lemon zest, tropical fruit, herbal notes
- Primary Usage: Aroma, flavor, bittering
- Best Beer Styles: Pilsner, Lager, Belgian Ale, Pale Ale, IPA, Saison
- Similar Varieties: Saaz, Sterling, Wai-iti
Background
Developed by New Zealand's Plant & Food Research and released in 1996, Motueka™ combines the noble heritage of Saaz with the unique terroir of New Zealand. Its vibrant citrus character and versatility have made it a favorite among brewers seeking to add a fresh twist to classic styles or to innovate with new flavor profiles.
Motueka Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 6.5 – 7.5% |
| Beta Acids | 5.0 – 5.5% |
| Cohumulone | 28 – 30% |
| Total Oil Content | 0.8 – 1.5 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 45 – 60% |
| Humulene | 0.8 – 4% |
| Caryophyllene | 0.8 – 2% |
| Farnesene | 10 – 15% |
| Linalool | 0.6 – 0.9% |
| Geraniol | 0.8 – 1.5% |
| β-Pinene | 0.6 – 1% |
