(formerly pacific hallertau)
Bold herbal aromas with hints of fresh citrus and crushed black pepper.
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Hop Type: Aroma
Origin: New Zealand
Alpha Acid: 4.8-5.2%
Similar Varieties: Hallertauer Mittelfrüh
Common Styles: German Lagers, American Pale Ales
Pacifica offers the classic citrus and floral aroma of its Hallertau parent, with hints of orange marmalade. The desirable oil profile promises good flavor integration with a variety of beer styles. Used as a bittering hop, Pacifica produces a soft yet solid finish, even in hightly bittered beers.
A triploid aroma type developed through the hortresearch, New Zealand hop breeding programsme. This cultivar was bred through the open pollination of the highly regarded hallertauer mittlefrüh variety. Pacifica was released on completion of successful brewing trials in 1994. Selection: Pacifica displays classic Hallertau citrus and floral aroma character which selectors mark as a real standout. The aroma is supported by a generous oils profile making selection possible for several beer styles from this stylish hop.
Brewer’s notes: The Pacifica brings something of a blend of new and old-world taste descriptors to the brewers' forum. Orange marmalade aptly describes the citrus aroma notes achieved through late addition. Bittering quality is such that early kettle additions net a soft yet solid finish even in highly bittered beers. “a class act”
This product was added to our catalog on Thursday 01 January, 2015.
