Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 mL
Germany
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Polaris
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MintPineapple
Only in Polaris
Menthol
Only in Idaho Gem
CherryCandiedHerbalSpicyCitrusStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Polaris | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–23% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 4–5 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | - |
| Humulene | 20–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |