CentennialvsPacific Crest
Centennial (dual purpose) and Pacific Crest (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Crest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloral
Only in Centennial
CitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassySpicyHerbal
Property
| Property | Centennial | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |