Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 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 Zenia
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralMintHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Only in Zenia
DankResinOrangeOnionFruityPineMarmaladeGarlic
Property
| Property | Pekko | Zenia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 4.4–5.1% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | - |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–30% | - |
| Humulene | 20–28% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 15–20% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |