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Pacifica
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About
Bred in New Zealand, triploid aroma hop Pacifica, or Pacific Hallertau as it is sometimes known, is the result of open pollination breeding of German hop Hallertauer Mittelfrüher. The hop was released by HortResearch, New Zealand following promising brewing trials in 1994.
Origin
This is a triploid aroma hop bred as a result of open pollination breeding with Hallertau Mittlefruh. It was released by HortResearch in New Zealand in 1994.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
CitrusySpicyFloralHerbalOrangeCitrusOrange ZestMarmaladeHayHoneyTangyZestOrange And Floral Aromas
Recommended Beer Styles
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Oil Composition
Myrcene
12.5-13%
Humulene
50.9-51%
Caryophyllene
≥16.7%
Farnesene
≥0.2%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid5.0 - 6.0%
Beta Acid6.0 - 6.0%
Co-Humulone25-27%
Technical Details
Total Oil1- mL/100g
HSI0.35
Flavor Intensity6/10
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool
StorabilityRetains 60%-70% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)