AdeenavsPacific Crest
Adeena and Pacific Crest are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyFloralPine
Only in Adeena
Lemon
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassy
Property
| Property | Adeena | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding