Pacific SunrisevsTahoma
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Tahoma (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
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tahoma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
WoodyPineLemonOrange
Only in Pacific Sunrise
MangoMelonFloral
Only in Tahoma
CitrusGrapefruitCedarSpicy
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |