FlyervsTriplePearl
Flyer and TriplePearl are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
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 Flyer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick TriplePearl
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrusResin
Only in Flyer
LicoriceCaramel
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeZestMelonBlack currantSandalwoodCedarFloral
Property
| Property | Flyer | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.3–14.5% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.1–6% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 26–35% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–25% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |