Pacific GemvsX13459
Pacific Gem (bittering) and X13459 (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
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 X13459
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Property
| Property | Pacific Gem | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.6 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |