Pacific GemvsVista

Pacific Gem (bittering) and Vista (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Pacific Gem

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–15%

Beta acid

7–9%

Total oil

0.8–1.6 mL

New Zealand

Vista

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 mL

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

When to pick Vista

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Pacific Gem

Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine

Only in Vista

TropicalTangerineMelonPearGreenCitrusSweet

Property

PropertyPacific GemVista
Alpha acid13–15%8–12%
Beta acid7–9%3.5–5.5%
Co-humulone35–40%29–31%
Total oil0.8–1.6 mL0.8–2.2 mL
Myrcene30–40%30–40%
Humulene20–30%18–22%
Caryophyllene6–12%10–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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