BergamotvsPacific Gem
Bergamot (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
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 Bergamot
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeMangoDankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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