Breeding:
A
Triploid alpha type bred from the New Zealand variety “Smoothcone” crossed with
Californian Late Cluster x Fuggle. Developed through the New Zealand Hop
breeding programme and released in 1987.
Selection:
Pacific Gem
contains a good balance of oils which constantly contributes to its aroma
score. A very pleasing hop with useful bittering potential with Alpha
Acids at 13 % and above.
Brewing:
Pacific
Gem fills the Brew House with enticing aromas during kettle addition and has
been described as producing oaken flavours with a distinct blackberry aroma.
Typically used as a first hop addition and makes its presence felt through an
excellent tempered bitterness and flavour while later additions deliver citrus
and pine aroma notes.
"A
master of consistency"
Applications:
A good
all purpose hop that delivers quality bitterness along with flavour
and aromas Excellent in international lagers can also be used in
IPA’s and other big styles.
