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Pekko
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About
A high alpha variety with a complex yet clean aroma profile, providing both floral and fruity characteristics.
Origin
Developed and released by the ADHA, Pekko is named after the Finnish god of field and crops. It's parentage comes from ADHA hop 538 and an open male variety.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
MintMelonPineapplePleasantFloralCitrusHerbalMellowThymeCucumberSageLemonCleanPearSaaz-Like
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
46-55%
Humulene
12-15%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid14.0 - 16.0%
Beta Acid3.5 - 4.5%
Co-Humulone27-30%
Technical Details
Total Oil2.1-2.7 mL/100g
HSI
Flavor Intensity8/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop