Pacific Gem (NZ) Hops

A pleasing fruity aroma of blackberries with a woodsy flavor are the essence of this variety used mainly as a bittering agent in organic beers.

Pedigree:  New Zealand "Smooth cone" and Californian Late Cluster x Fuggle

Brewing Usage:  Bittering

Aroma: Delicate blackberry and floral or oak tones

Alpha Acids %: 13.5 - 15.0

Beta Acids %:  7.0 - 9.0

Co-Humolone: ~29.9% of total oil

Total Oil:  ~1.2 mL / 100g

General Trade Perception: Unlike other high alpha hops, Pacific Gem does not carry a punchy aroma.

Possible Substitutions:  Cluster, Magnum, Galena

Typical Beer Styles:  Lagers, Organic Pale Ales, IPAs

* All hops in stock are stored in a cold environment to ensure the highest freshness possible. Alpha and Beta acid amounts vary between batches and may not be exactly as pictured, however are generally with in the ranges stated above.