Styrian DragonvsPacific Gem
Styrian Dragon (aroma) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralBerry
Only in Styrian Dragon
CitrusGrapefruitLemonRoseTropical
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBlackberryOakPine
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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