Vic SecretvsPacific Gem
Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryFloralOak
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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