Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrus
Only in Bouclier
GrassySpicy
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |