NorthdownvsPacific Crest
Northdown (dual purpose) and Pacific Crest (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPineSpicy
Only in Northdown
CedarBerry
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassyHerbal
Property
| Property | Northdown | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 24–32% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–29% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 40–45% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–17% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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