Aloha BlendvsPacific Gem
Aloha Blend (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Aloha Blend
Alpha acid
8.8–10.3%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–2.2 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 Aloha Blend
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
BerryBlack currant
Only in Aloha Blend
Sweet
Only in Pacific Gem
BlackberryFloralOakPine
Property
| Property | Aloha Blend | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–10.3% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | - | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | - | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–40% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |