Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMintHerbalPineapple
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMellowThymeCucumberSageLemon
Only in Idaho Gem
CherryCandiedSpicyStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Pekko | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 20–28% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |