TriplePearlvsAdmiral
TriplePearl (dual purpose) and Admiral (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick TriplePearl
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrusResin
Only in TriplePearl
ZestMelonSpicyBlack currantSandalwoodCedarFloral
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineHerbal
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |