Pacifica

New Zealand · AA 5–6.5%

Kiwi noble-style hop — orange marmalade and floral.

Description

Bred by NZ Hops Ltd from Hallertau Mittelfrüh. Pacifica reads as a noble hop with a southern-hemisphere twist — orange marmalade and citrus over a familiar floral backbone. Use late in pilsners, helles, and modern Pacific lagers.

Profile

Alpha acid5–6.5%
Beta acid5.5–6.5%
Total oils1–1.5 mL/100g
Flavororange marmalade, floral, citrus

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