LemondropvsPetit Blanc
Lemondrop and Petit Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Lemondrop
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Petit Blanc
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenMelon
Only in Lemondrop
CitrusLemonFloralMint
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryPapayaLilac
Property
| Property | Lemondrop | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–34% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–47% | - |
| Humulene | 56–58% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Mandarina Bavaria