AkoyavsPerle (US)
Akoya (aroma) and Perle (US) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
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 Akoya
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Perle (US)
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Akoya
TeaSpicyGreenPepper
Only in Perle (US)
SlightlyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Akoya | Perle (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 2.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Aurora