Pacific JadevsOld Mission
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Old Mission (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
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
-
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 Old Mission
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicyHerbalBlack currant
Only in Pacific Jade
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Only in Old Mission
PineTart
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Old Mission |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 4.33% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 3.7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | - |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | - |
| Humulene | 32–33% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |