Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Zappa
- 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
CitrusMint
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Only in Zappa
SavoryFruityMangoPassion fruitTropicalPineSpicyFresh
Property
| Property | Pekko | Zappa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | 64–65% |
| Humulene | 20–28% | 4–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |