Pacific Gem NZ 2 oz.

Alpha Acid: 13-15%

Crop Year: 2023

Origin: NZ

This New Zealand hop variety has a high has a typically alpha acid. It has strong bittering properties and an intense aroma of ripe melon with earthy and floral tones.

A triploid alpha type developed through the New Zealand Hop breeding program, Pacific Gem fills the brew house with enticing aromas during kettle addition and has been described as producing oaken flavors with a distinct blackberry aroma. It is typically used as a first hop addition and makes its presence felt through an excellent tempered bitterness and flavor while later additions deliver citrus and pine aroma notes.

Pacific Gem is a good all purpose hop that delivers quality bitterness along with flavor and aromas. It is excellent in international lagers and can also be used in IPA’s and other big styles.