Pacific JadevsMount Hood
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Mount Hood (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Mount Hood
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyHerbal
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusBlack currant
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungent
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 32–33% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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