Pacific GemvsPetoskey
Pacific Gem (bittering) and Petoskey (aroma) 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
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Only in Petoskey
PungentPineapple
Property
| Property | Pacific Gem | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.6 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |