AhhhromavsPacific Gem
Ahhhroma (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 mL
United States
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Ahhhroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerinePineappleLimeMangoCinnamonPear
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |