Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Only in Herkules
Melon
Property
| Property | Pekko | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 20–28% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |