Pacific CrestvsSummit
Pacific Crest (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoGrassyFloralSpicyHerbalPine
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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