TriplePearlvsDelta
TriplePearl (dual purpose) and Delta (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
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelonSpicy
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeZestResinBlack currantSandalwoodCedarFloral
Only in Delta
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Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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