Idaho 7vsTriplePearl
Idaho 7 (aroma) and TriplePearl (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
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 Idaho 7
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TriplePearl
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantCitrusOrangeResinFloralBlack currant
Only in Idaho 7
TropicalApricotGrapefruitPapayaPineEarthy
Only in TriplePearl
ZestMelonSpicySandalwoodCedar
Property
| Property | Idaho 7 | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.9% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |