Mount HoodvsPacific Jade
Mount Hood (aroma) and Pacific Jade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Mount Hood
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicy
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungent
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusBlack currant
Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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