Pacific Jade™ Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Pacific Jade™ was developed by HortResearch's New Zealand Hop Research Program in 2004. Lineage of Saaz and First Choice, another New Zealand hop. Versatility om that it can be used effectively for aroma and bittering.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Pacific Jade, the best alternatives are Magnum or Pacific Gem™.

At A Glance

Profile Lemon, cracked pepper. Soft, round bitterness. Musky melon, lime and blood orange.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 12.0 - 14.0%
Substitutes Magnum, Pacific Gem™
Pairs with Motueka™, Rakau™, Waimea™
Beer Styles IPA, American Pale Ale,

General Information

Country New Zealand
Alias HORT1524
Storage Stability
American Pale Ale, Pilsner, Lager, Strong Ale, ESB, Porter, Stout

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 12.0 - 14.0%
Beta Acid 7.0 - 8.0%
Cohumulone 22.0 - 26.0%
Total Oil 1.4 ml/100g
Myrcene 33.0 - 34.0%
Humulene 32.0 - 33.0%
Caryophyllene 10.2%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Linalool 0.7%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1600 - 1900 lbs/acre
Maturity Middle to late
Growth Rate Vigorous
Cones Long and narrow size with compact density
Last Updated
  • 2021-02-06 10:41:25
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.