Petit BlancvsVista
Petit Blanc (aroma) and Vista (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Petit Blanc
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vista
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonGreen
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryPapayaLilac
Only in Vista
TropicalTangerinePearCitrusSweetFloral
Property
| Property | Petit Blanc | Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–4% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 15% | 29–31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.8 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–40% |
| Humulene | - | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |