MackinacvsTriplePearl
Mackinac (aroma) and TriplePearl (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 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 Mackinac
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick TriplePearl
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelonSpicyFloralBlack currant
Only in Mackinac
TropicalPapaya
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeZestResinSandalwoodCedar
Property
| Property | Mackinac | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |