Pacific SunrisevsMcKenzie
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and McKenzie (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick McKenzie
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineLemonMelonFloral
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyOrangeMango
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitNectarineThymeStone fruitDank
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 20–24% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |