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Pekko

Dual PurposeVery High AlphaUS
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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

Heull MelonEl DoradoSaazSaaz CZAzaccaNone

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

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