Pacific GemvsSitiva Blend
Pacific Gem (bittering) and Sitiva Blend (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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
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 Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Property
| Property | Pacific Gem | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.6 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–10% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |