EkuanotvsPetit Blanc
Ekuanot and Petit Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petit Blanc
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PapayaMelon
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalCitrusGuava
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 15% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 12–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |