AdmiralvsTriplePearl
Admiral (bittering) and TriplePearl (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick TriplePearl
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrusResin
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineHerbal
Only in TriplePearl
ZestMelonSpicyBlack currantSandalwoodCedarFloral
Property
| Property | Admiral | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |