Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Azacca
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineappleLemon
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintHerbalMellowThymeCucumberSage
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitSpicyGrassyTropical
Property
| Property | Pekko | Azacca |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 38–45% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.6–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 46–55% |
| Humulene | 20–28% | 14–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |