Pacific Crest Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Pacific Crest is a hop blend, by Yakima Chief, that brings together noble characteristics with American influence.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Pacific Crest, the best alternatives are Fuggle, Saaz, or Tettnanger.

At A Glance

Profile Floral, Earth, Grass, Spice, Herbal
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 3.9%
Substitutes Fuggle, Saaz, Tettnanger
Beer Styles Pilsner, Lager, Blonde Ale, Pale Ale

General Information

Country United States
Alias TRI2302

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 3.9%
Beta Acid 3.0%
Total Oil 0.5 ml/100g
Myrcene 26.4%
Humulene 23.8%
Caryophyllene 9.7%
Farnesene 8.4%
Linalool 0.8%
B-Pinene 0.5%
Geraniol 0.6%
Last Updated
  • 2021-01-20 11:18:21
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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.