{"product_id":"hop-pellets-motueka","title":"Hop Pellets Motueka","description":"\u003cp\u003eMotueka is a bright New Zealand hop with a lively lime and lemon character and a tropical, almost mojito-like lift. It is a moderate-alpha, dual-purpose pellet that brings a fresh, zesty citrus note to lagers, pilsners and pale ales.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew Zealand pilsner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePale ale and pilsner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBelgian ales and saison\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLagers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWheat beers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypical specs (vary by harvest, check the pack)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVariety \/ origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motueka, New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-90 pellets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual purpose\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e typically 6.5-7.5%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBeta acid:\u003c\/strong\u003e typically 5-5.5%\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCo-humulone:\u003c\/strong\u003e typically 28% of alpha\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTotal oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e typically 0.8-1.5 mL\/100g\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e lime, lemon, tropical, hint of mojito\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to choose this over alternatives\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoose Motueka when you want zesty lime and lemon rather than heavy tropical fruit. It has some noble parentage, so it keeps a clean, refined edge that suits a New Zealand pilsner beautifully, sitting between a traditional noble hop and a modern fruit bomb. Where Nelson Sauvin brings bold white wine and gooseberry, Motueka is brighter and more citrus-forward. Pair the two for a classic Kiwi hop bill, or use Motueka to freshen up a lager.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMotueka works across the boil but really shows its lime-citrus lift in the whirlpool and dry hop. For a pale ale or NZ pilsner, 20 to 40g of dry hops is a good starting point. It is clean enough to use in lighter styles without overwhelming them. Store cold and sealed, push the air out, and use within 12 months of opening for the freshest citrus aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewed by the AHB Brewing Team - June 2026\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Australian Home Brewing","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":41994992812109,"sku":"22223","price":7.3,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":43196846800973,"sku":"22053","price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/8306\/0045\/files\/hop-pellets-motueka.jpg?v=1785296169","url":"https:\/\/www.australianhomebrewing.com.au\/products\/hop-pellets-motueka","provider":"Australian Home Brewing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}