Perle (GR)vsZeus
Perle (GR) (aroma) and Zeus (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
Zeus
Alpha acid
13–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2.4–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Perle (GR)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zeus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Zeus
Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent
Property
| Property | Perle (GR) | Zeus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–9% | 13–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 28–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–2.5 mL | 2.4–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 9–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–20% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |