Motueka

Alpha-Acid (%)

6.5 - 8.5

Description

Motueka was produced in New Zealand and is derived from Saaz. It imparts lemon-like citrus flavors with some mild tropical flavors.

Possible Substitutes

Saaz and Sterling

Chemical Composition

Alpha Acids:	6.5 - 8.5	%
Beta Acids:	5.0 - 5.5	%
Alpha:Beta Ratio:	1.43
Cohumulone:	26 - 32	(% alpha-acids)
Essential Oils:	0.6 - 1.0	(mL/100g)
Myrcene:	43 - 53	(% essential oils)
Caryophyllene:	1 - 5	(% essential oils)
Humulene:	2 - 6	(% essential oils)
Farnesene:	9 - 15	(% essential oils)