Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
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
When to pick Lemondrop
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusMintLemon
Only in Pekko
PleasantHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSage
Only in Lemondrop
GreenMelon
Property
| Property | Pekko | Lemondrop |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 28–34% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 45–47% |
| Humulene | 20–28% | 56–58% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |