EclipsevsPacific Jade
Eclipse and Pacific Jade are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pacific Jade
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Eclipse
PineMandarin
Only in Pacific Jade
SpicyHerbalBlack currant
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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