
Perle Hops – German Grown T-90 Pellets
Hops Specifications
Origin:
Purpose:
- Dual Purpose
A/A:
- 5.1
Aroma/Flavor:
Enhance Your Brews with the Balanced Aroma and Bitterness of Perle Hops
Perle Hops are a classic German hop variety, highly valued for their smooth bitterness and refined aroma. With a delicate balance of spice, floral, and herbal notes, Perle is widely used in lagers, pilsners, wheat beers, and pale ales. This versatile hop provides clean bittering qualities and noble hop-like aromatics, making it an excellent choice for traditional and modern beer styles alike.
Flavor and Aroma Profile
Perle Hops provide a balanced and nuanced hop character:
- Spicy: Mild noble hop-like spice with a touch of black pepper.
- Floral: Soft floral undertones add subtle complexity.
- Fruity: Light stone fruit and minty aromatics.
- Herbal & Earthy: Distinct herbal and grassy elements round out the profile.
Brewing Applications
Perle Hops are suitable for both bittering and aroma additions, offering clean, smooth bitterness and a well-rounded aroma:
- Aroma and Flavor Additions: Best used in late boil or whirlpool to enhance floral, herbal, and spicy character.
- Bittering: Moderate alpha acid content (4.0% – 8.0%) provides a balanced and smooth bitterness.
- Dry Hopping: Adds a soft and subtle noble-like aroma, perfect for traditional lagers and ales.
Specifications
- Origin: Germany
- Hop Form: T-90 Pellets
- Alpha Acid: 4.0% – 8.0%
- Beta Acid: 2.5% – 4.5%
- Co-Humulone: 29% – 35%
- Total Oils: 0.5 – 1.5 mL/100g
- Flavor Notes: Spicy, floral, fruity, herbal, earthy
- Common Styles: Lagers, Pilsners, Kölsch, Wheat Beers, Pale Ales
Why Choose Perle Hops?
Perle Hops provide a balanced blend of aroma and bitterness, making them an excellent choice for both classic German styles and hop-forward ales. Their mild spice, floral complexity, and clean bittering qualities enhance a variety of brews without overpowering the malt backbone. At SoCal Brewing Supply, we vacuum-seal all hops in UV-blocking, oxygen-barrier mylar bags and store them in temperature-controlled conditions to ensure peak freshness.
Packaging and Storage
Perle Hops are available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes, vacuum-sealed for maximum freshness. Store in a refrigerator or freezer until ready to use.