Pacific JadevsSládek
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Sládek (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
Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sládek
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusSpicyHerbalBlack currant
Only in Sládek
NobleFruityPeachPassion fruitGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Sládek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 4–11% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 23–40% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | 35–50% |
| Humulene | 32–33% | 20–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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