TriplePearlvsElixir
TriplePearl (dual purpose) and Elixir (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
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrusSpicySandalwoodFloral
Only in TriplePearl
ZestMelonResinBlack currantCedar
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerine
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |