IndependencevsPerle (GR)
Independence and Perle (GR) are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Independence
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Perle (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralStone fruitHerbalEarthy
Only in Independence
CitrusTobaccoPineGrassy
Only in Perle (GR)
FruityMintSlightly
Property
| Property | Independence | Perle (GR) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.7% | 4–9% |
| Beta acid | 1.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–21% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–35% |
| Humulene | - | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–20% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |