Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusSage
Only in Pekko
PleasantMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberLemon
Only in Talus
GrapefruitRosePineResinTropicalPotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Pekko | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–28% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |