Bittering hop with distinct blackberry and spicy black pepper aromas with delicate oak, floral, and blackberry flavors. Tempered bitterness and flavor with citrus and pine aromas. Used in continental lagers, Pale Ales, and IPAs. Similar to Columbus, Tomahawk, Zeus, and Pacific Jade. Commercial examples of Pacific Gem include: Against the Grain The Green Dragon, Thornbridge Geminus, Surly Unbridled IPA. (Beer/Hops)