Pacific CrestvsZeus
Pacific Crest (aroma) and Zeus (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
Zeus
Alpha acid
13–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2.4–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zeus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassyFloralSpicyHerbalPine
Only in Zeus
Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Zeus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 13–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 28–40% |
| Total oil | - | 2.4–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 9–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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