Pacific Gem
Developed by the New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research hop breeding program and released in 1987, Pacific Gem is a triploid alpha variety from New Zealand Smoothcone crossed with Californian Late Cluster and Fuggle. It is typically used as a first hop addition for bittering purposes, but is known for showcasing wood and blackberry flavors.
Aroma Profile
- Berry
- Spicy
- Woody



Pacific Gem Type 90 Hop Pellets
Type 90 Hop PelletsTechnical Specifications
TYPICAL BREWING VALUES
ALPHA ACIDS %
(35-38% COHUMULONE)
BETA ACIDS %
TOTAL OIL ml/100g
TOTAL OIL BREAKDOWN
(% OF TOTAL OIL)
SENSORY ANALYSIS
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