Pacific CrestvsIndependence
Pacific Crest and Independence 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
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Independence
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TobaccoEarthyGrassyFloralHerbalPine
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleSpicy
Only in Independence
CitrusStone fruit
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Independence |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 4.7% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 1.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 20–21% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 19–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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