Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Pekko
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Herkules | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |