PekkovsWillamette
Pekko and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Willamette
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Pekko
PleasantMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Pekko | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–28% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding