Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tropica
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralCitrusMintHerbalMellowThymeCucumberSageLemon
Only in Tropica
MandarinOrangeTropicalDank
Property
| Property | Pekko | Tropica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 8.8% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 20–28% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |