Perle (GR)vsEroica
Perle (GR) (aroma) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 mL
Germany
Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Perle (GR)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eroica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Perle (GR)
FloralFruityMintStone fruitHerbalEarthySlightly
Only in Eroica
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Property
| Property | Perle (GR) | Eroica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–9% | 7.3–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 3–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 0–1% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–20% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |