Perle (US) Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

The same as the German Perle but with a higher alpha content.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Perle (US), the best alternatives are Northern Brewer (GR) or Perle.

At A Glance

Profile Spice and floral aroma with a smooth bitterness.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 6.0 - 10.0%
Substitutes Northern Brewer (GR), Perle
Beer Styles Pale Ale, Barley Wine, Lager, Pilsner

General Information

Country United States
Storage Stability
Retains 80% - 85% alpha acid contents after 6 months of storage at 68°F.

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 6.0 - 10.0%
Beta Acid 3.0 - 5.0%
Cohumulone 27.0 - 32.0%
Total Oil 0.7 - 1.2 ml/100g
Myrcene 45.0 - 55.0%
Humulene 28.0 - 33.0%
Caryophyllene 10.0 - 12.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1020 - 1420 lbs/acre
Maturity Early
Resistant Downy mildew, powdery mildew
Growth Rate Moderate
Cones Medium size with loose density
Ease of Harvest Difficult

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Floral Spicy
Variety Name
Northern Brewer (gr) Perle
Beer Style
Barley Wine Lagers Pale Ale Pilsner
Usage
Dual: Aroma And Bittering
Origin
United States
Last Updated
  • 2020-05-12 19:46:57
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.