TriplePearlvsSummit
TriplePearl (dual purpose) and Summit (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
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick TriplePearl
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrusBlack currant
Only in TriplePearl
ZestMelonResinSpicySandalwoodCedarFloral
Only in Summit
AniseIncenseGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |