AdeenavsPerle (US)
Adeena (aroma) and Perle (US) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Perle (US)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Perle (US)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalFloral
Only in Adeena
SpicyLemonPine
Only in Perle (US)
Slightly
Property
| Property | Adeena | Perle (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 0.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding