Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 mL
United States
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahhhroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Pekko
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerineLimeMangoCinnamonPear
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralCitrusMintHerbalMellowThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |