TangovsPacific Gem
Tango (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicyCitrus
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Property
| Property | Tango | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–11% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–10% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 2.4–4 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–40% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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