Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Kazbek
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemon
Only in Kazbek
Spicy
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralCitrusMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSage
Property
| Property | Kazbek | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |