AramisvsTriplePearl
Aramis (aroma) and TriplePearl (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
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 Aramis
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusBlack currantFloral
Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalGrassy
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeZestMelonResinSandalwoodCedar
Property
| Property | Aramis | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 20–42% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.6 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–41% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 19–22% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–8% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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