Pacific JadevsTarget
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Target (bittering) 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
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
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 Target
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Pacific Jade
HerbalBlack currant
Only in Target
MarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 32–33% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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