Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Pekko
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zappa
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Pekko
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MintCitrus
Only in Zappa
SavoryFruityMangoPassion fruitTropicalPineSpicyFresh
Only in Pekko
PleasantFloralHerbalMellowPineappleThymeCucumberSageLemon
Property
| Property | Zappa | Pekko |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.5 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 64–65% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 4–5% | 20–28% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 15–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |