Pacific CrestvsHersbrucker
Pacific Crest and Hersbrucker 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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleTobacco
Only in Pacific Crest
EarthyGrassyFloralSpicyHerbalPine
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrange
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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