BRU-1vsPacific Gem
BRU-1 (aroma) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 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 BRU-1
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in BRU-1
PineappleGreenFruity
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Property
| Property | BRU-1 | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 7–8% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |