TriplePearlvsAramis
TriplePearl (dual purpose) and Aramis (aroma) 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
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Aramis
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicyBlack currantFloral
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeZestMelonResinSandalwoodCedar
Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalGrassy
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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