VistavsPacific Gem
Vista (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
United States
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Vista
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Vista
TropicalTangerineMelonPearGreenCitrusSweet
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Property
| Property | Vista | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 29–31% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 18–22% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |