MOTUEKA, Pellets T90

What is Motueka?

Motueka is a relatively new hop variety hailing from New Zealand, renowned for its zesty citrus brightness and tropical complexity. Named after the scenic region in New Zealand, this hop embodies the vibrant and lush flavours of its origin. Its moderate alpha acid content makes it a versatile choice for both bittering and aroma.

How to Use Motueka

Motueka shines brightest in aroma and dry hopping. Its unique flavour profile pairs beautifully with fruity and herbal styles. It also works well as a bittering hop in lighter styles, adding a touch of brightness without overwhelming bitterness.

• Bitter Hop: Motueka’s moderate alpha acids allow for a balanced bittering quality, making it a good choice for brewers seeking subtle bitterness.
• Aroma Hop: Expect strong lime zest, floral tones, and a hint of tropical fruit. This makes Motueka an excellent aroma hop for modern beer styles.
• Dry Hop: As a dry hop, Motueka elevates the final beer with its signature fresh and bright notes, ensuring a dynamic and vibrant character.

Flavour Profile
Bright citrus with hints of tropical fruit and herbal undertones.

Combining with Other Hops
Motueka pairs beautifully with other New Zealand varieties such as Nelson Sauvin or Pacific Jade. It also complements American hops like Citra and Amarillo, enhancing tropical and citrus dimensions.

Benefits of Motueka
Motueka’s adaptability and distinctive flavour profile make it a standout choice for creative brewing. It brings an exotic edge to traditional styles while enhancing new wave recipes.

Substitution

• Substituting Motueka: When substituting Motueka, look for hops with a similar citrus and tropical character.
• Motueka as a substitute: It can replace hops like Saaz for a more vibrant twist, or Cascade for added tropical brightness.

History
Motueka is a product of New Zealand’s renowned hop breeding program, a descendant of the noble Saaz hop. It reflects the country's innovative approach to hop cultivation and its rich agricultural heritage.

Key Features

Origin
New Zealand

FLAVOUR PROFILE

• Lime zest
• Tropical fruit
• Floral
• Herbal

HOP STATISTICS:

ACID COMPONENTS

Alpha Acids 5 – 7.5% w/w

Beta Acids 5.0 – 5.5% w/w

Cohumulone 29% of alpha acids

OIL COMPONENTS

Total Oil 0.8 mls/100 grams

Caryophyllene 2.0% of whole oil

Farnesene 12.2% of whole oil

Humulene 3.6% of whole oil

Myrcene 47.7% of whole oil