Pacific CrestvsCeleia
Pacific Crest and Celeia are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Celeia
Alpha acid
3–6%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–3.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Celeia
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleEarthyFloralSpicyHerbal
Only in Pacific Crest
TobaccoGrassyPine
Only in Celeia
Lavender
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Celeia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 3–6% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–3.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 26–35% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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