ErnestvsPacific Crest
Ernest and Pacific Crest are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ernest
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pacific Crest
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyHerbalSpicy
Only in Ernest
Stone fruit
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyFloralPine
Property
| Property | Ernest | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–6.3% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 50–55% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |