Pacific GemvsPacific Jade
Pacific Gem (bittering) and Pacific Jade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Pacific Gem
BerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusSpicyHerbal
Property
| Property | Pacific Gem | Pacific Jade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 12–14% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 7–8% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.6 mL | 1.1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 33–34% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 32–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 10–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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