ParadigmvsPetit Blanc
Paradigm and Petit Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Paradigm
Alpha acid
8–11.7%
Beta acid
3.9–6.3%
Total oil
1.2–2.17 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 Paradigm
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
MelonPapaya
Only in Paradigm
HerbalStone fruitTropicalSpicyCandyDankMintPearChamomile
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Paradigm | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11.7% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.3% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 15% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.17 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–40% | - |
| Humulene | 4–5% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Galaxy