Mount HoodvsPekko
Mount Hood (aroma) and Pekko (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Herbal
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungentSpicy
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralCitrusMintMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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