Pacific Jade Hops

Pacific Jade Hops

New Zealand Pacific Jade Hop Profile

Pacific Jade™ is a high-alpha, dual-purpose hop variety released from the New Zealand HortResearch Program in 2004. Crossed with First Choice (relative of Late Cluster) and an “Old Line” Saaz male, Pacific Jade's aroma has been described as strong herbal and fresh citrus, rounded out by spicy notes of black pepper. A great selection for brewers who are looking for smooth bittering with expressive flavor.

Pedigree: Cross of First Choice and Saaz male
Aroma: Herbal, citrus, black pepper
Alpha Acids* 12.0 - 14.0 %
Beta Acids: 7.0 - 8.0 %
Cohumulone: 22 - 26 % of alpha acids
Total Oil: 0.6 - 1.0 ml/100g
Myrcene: 31 - 35 % of total oil
Humulene: 31 - 35 % of total oil 
Caryophyllene: 8 - 12 % of total oil
Farnesene: < 1 % of total oil

Updated: Nov. 2025