Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 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 Ekuanot
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pekko
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonSageHerbalCitrus
Only in Ekuanot
LimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleEucalyptusMelonGuava
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintMellowPineappleThymeCucumber
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |